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Paula Deen Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

Paula Deen Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

Livy Lane
The Paula Deen Slow Cooker Chili Recipe is a warm, hearty meal that everyone loves. Learning how to make Paula Deen Slow Cooker Chili is perfect for busy weeknights when you want comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Course  Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cans kidney beans drained
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Brown the Meat

  • Heat your large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef and onions. Cook them together until the beef is fully browned and the onions are soft and fragrant tonight.

Drain the Fat

  • Carefully drain any excess grease from the skillet after the meat is finished cooking completely. This step ensures that your finished chili is not too oily and tastes perfectly clean and savory.

Combine in Cooker

  • Transfer your cooked meat mixture into the slow cooker and add all remaining ingredients. Stir everything together well so that the spices, tomatoes and beans are perfectly mixed and combined tonight.

Slow Cook Slowly

  • Cover your slow cooker and cook on the low setting for six full hours today. This low, slow cooking process allows all those bold, wonderful flavors to meld together into something truly special.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Taste your chili and adjust the seasonings if needed before serving it hot tonight. Ladle it into your favorite bowls and get ready to enjoy a deeply satisfying, comforting and delicious meal.

Notes

  • Always brown your meat first to build a deep, rich flavor foundation for your finished chili.
  • Add a small pinch of cayenne pepper if you want your chili to have an extra kick.
  • Use different types of beans like black or pinto beans if you prefer a different texture tonight.
  • Top your bowl with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and some fresh green onions.
  • If your chili is too thick, add a little beef broth to reach your perfect desired consistency.
  • Make it a day in advance because chili often tastes even better after the flavors rest overnight today.
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