My family asks for Slow Cooker Taco Chili Recipe on repeat, mostly because ground beef or, medium onion, chopped, and bell pepper, diced are all it really takes to get there. slow cooker taco chili keeps the hands-on time short and the payoff solid.
Hearty Slow Cooker Taco Chili
This taco chili features ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, all cooked slowly to enhance the flavors. The recipe takes about 8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, avocado
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the cooked meat, chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, taco seasoning, and corn. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the vegetables are tender and flavors are well combined.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with your choice of shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or avocado.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I usually make a little extra so there are leftovers for lunch the next day. If you give it a try, I would love to hear how it turned out for you.
