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Slow Cooker Chili (No Beans)

Easy Slow Cooker Chili (No Beans)

This slow cooker chili (no beans) is thick, hearty, and packed with bold chili flavor without any extra fuss. Made with ground meat, tomatoes, peppers, and cozy spices, it simmers low and slow until everything blends into a rich, comforting chili that’s perfect for busy days, game nights, or easy meal prep.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 1 large bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 14 ounce can green chilis
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 14.5 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼-1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 dried bay leaves (optional)
  • Garnishes like shredded cheddar cheese sour cream, and sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.

  2. Transfer the cooked meat to the slow cooker and add the onion, bell pepper, green chilis, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and all seasonings. Stir well.

  3. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 6–8 hours, until thick and flavorful.

  4. Remove bay leaves if used, then serve hot with desired toppings.

Recipe Notes

  • Browning the meat first adds the best flavor
  • Let it cook low and slow when possible
  • Chili tastes even better the next day
  • Easy to double for meal prep or parties
  • Great base for toppings and add ins