Hearty Slow Cooker All Meat Chili (No Beans)
There’s nothing quite like a hearty bowl of chili, and this version is packed with flavorful ground beef, Italian sausage, and a blend of spices. It's perfect for a cozy dinner or a game day spread. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just meal prepping for the week, this chili is bound to become a new favorite!
Servings: 4
Calories: 710kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 lb. ground Italian sausage
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 10 oz. cans diced tomatoes and green chilis (Rotel)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1-2 teaspoons chipotles in adobo minced
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Tortilla chips or Fritos
- Shredded cheese
- Sliced green onions
- Sour cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet, (or directly in the slow cooker, if you have a sauté option) brown 1 lb. ground beef, 1 lb. ground Italian sausage, 2-3 cloves garlic and 1 medium onion until the onion is soft and the meat is no longer pink.
- If desired, drain grease, and transfer meat mixture to the slow cooker, if needed.
- Stir in 2 10 oz. cans diced tomatoes and green chilis (Rotel), 1 cup beef broth, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, , 1-2 teaspoons chipotles in adobo, and 1/4 cup cornmeal. Season with salt and pepper, to taste
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Add more water or beef broth if chili becomes too thick. Serve with optional toppings and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 710kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 55g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 1121mg | Potassium: 838mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2123IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 5mg