Slow Cooker Chili With Ground Beef

This slow cooker chili is made with ground beef and a well-balanced variety of vegetables, tomatoes, spices, and seasonings.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 cup onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves​ garlic (minced)
• 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
• 0.5 cup celery (chopped)
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 2 (16 oz) cans kidney beans (drained)
• 1 tablespoon​ chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Steps

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion. Cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is translucent, stirring frequently.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Drain well.
4. Combine the ground beef mixture with the bell pepper, celery, tomatoes, tomato sauce, drained beans, and seasonings. Transfer to the crockery insert of a slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 hours on low, or until done.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, as needed.
7. Serve and enjoy! Tips