Crockpot Chili

Chili the Easy Way

Let’s be honest, everyone has a chili recipe they love.

Crockpot Chili is a classic recipe that is as American as Apple Pie. It’s a recipe that even someone with basic cooking skills can make really well.

I can bet that if you are a football watching family, a crockpot of chili makes an appearance in your household at least once during football season.

I have a few variations of my chili recipe, one being a favorite that my Mom, Original Tipsy makes. I also have a few other recipes I love from family and friends.

Recently I was sent a new Crockpotâ„¢ Five in One Slow Cooker and with the football season upon us, and Mr. Tipsy’s Fantasy Draft, I decided to make a Crockpot Chili in my new slow cooker.

The recipe I came up with combines all the favorite parts of my chili variations. I think you will love it.

It creates a chili that has unique spices and a solid amount of beef. This recipe can be adjusted to be made in a regular slow cooker or on the stove top.

The new Crockpotâ„¢ Five in One Slow Cooker allows you to sauté right in the crock which is super convenient, but if you are using a traditional slow cooker, simply sauté in a pan and follow the rest of the Crockpot Chili recipe I include in this post.

There’s a full, printable recipe card at the end of this post but here are some pictures of the prepared ingredients to help guide you.

The instructions are also in the recipe card but honestly it couldn’t be easier. You simply sauté the meat, onions, and peppers and then toss everything into the crockpot. 

Again, I used the 5 in1 slow cooker so I was able to sauté right IN the crock then add the rest of the ingredients.

If you are not using this same type of slow cooker, you can sauté the meat, peppers, and onions in a pan on the stove and add it to your slow cooker.

If you are in a hurry you can also just dump the ingredients in and skip the sauté step. The flavor will change slightly but it will still be good.

It can’t be that easy, can it?

It absolutely can!

This is all it takes to make a great Crockpot Chili. The key to this recipe being great is the addition of all the different spices.

If you’re a risk taker and want a super spicy version you can even add additional heat. Just know I take no responsibility if you burn your tongue or throw the ratios off.

You’re the scientist here!

The potato also adds a great taste and texture and even helps to thicken up the chili sauce. We love to top our chili with Chili Cheese Corn Chips, Sour Cream, and Cheddar Cheese.

This recipe will feed a crowd on a small budget if you have a small family to feed like I do. I make the same amount and freeze the remainder in small containers for easy weeknight meals when I don’t feel like cooking.

This chili also makes a great second dinner on top of some nacho chips with all the nacho fixings. It also makes some great game day grub in addition to being an awesome freezer meal!

I hope you enjoy this Crockpot Chili as much as we do!

For another great fall treat, check out my recipe for Maple Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies.