Description

Discover the ultimate shredded beef chili con carne recipe, perfect for busy weeknights and cozy weekends. This slow‑cooker chili combines tender shredded beef, hearty beans, diced tomatoes, and a blend of chili powder and cumin for bold flavor. Ready in minutes, it yields six satisfying servings with balanced protein and fiber, making it an ideal comfort food for families, meal‑prep enthusiasts, and anyone craving a nutritious, filling bowl of classic chili. Enjoy a cozy bowl any night.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs shredded beef
1 can kidney beans, drained
1 can black beans, drained
1 can diced tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Chop the onion into a small dice and mince the garlic cloves.
In a slow cooker, combine shredded beef, drained kidney beans, drained black beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), chopped onion, minced garlic, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Cover and cook on low for 6‑8 hours (approximately 480 minutes) until the beef is fork‑tender.
When cooking is complete, give the chili a final stir, taste for seasoning, and adjust salt or pepper if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.

Notes

For extra heat
add a diced jalapeño or a dash of cayenne. Adjust seasoning after cooking. Leftovers taste better the next day. Nutrition is approximate.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 480 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings

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