Slow Cooker Protein Chili

Slow Cooker Protein Chili

This high-protein chili is packed with lean ground beef, beans, and bold spices for a delicious and nutritious dish. It is high protein, gluten free and dairy free.

Ingredients

  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • lean ground beef mince

    5% fat

    1 ½ lb
  • yellow onion

    chopped

    1
  • garlic cloves

    minced

    5
  • red bell pepper

    diced

    1
  • chili powder
    1 tbsp
  • unsweetened cocoa powder
    2 tbsp
  • cumin
    1 tbsp
  • paprika
    1 tbsp
  • dried oregano
    1 tbsp
  • cayenne pepper
    ⅛ tsp
  • 28 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes
    1
  • can crushed tomatoes
    15 oz
  • 4 oz can green chiles

    mild & chopped

    1
  • beef broth

    low sodium

    ¼ c
  • 15 oz can black beans

    drained and rinsed

    1
  • 15 oz can kidney beans

    drained and rinsed

    1
  • 15 oz can sweet kernel corn

    drained and rinsed

    1
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • avocado

    sliced

    1
  • sour cream
    6 tbsp
  • green onion

    chopped

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the olive oil and beef mince. Break it apart and cook for 5-6 minutes until the beef browns up. Drain the fat.

  2. 2

    Next, add onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  3. 3

    Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add the rest of the chili ingredients and mix to combine.

  4. 4

    Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. If the chili has too much liquid towards the end, slightly open the lid for water to evaporate. If it is too thick, pour in more beef broth.

  5. 5

    Serve in bowls and top up with avocado slices, sour cream, and green onion.

Slow Cooker Protein Chili

Slow Cooker Protein Chili

471 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a deeply satisfying and nourishing meal that practically makes itself? This Slow Cooker Protein Chili delivers a hearty, flavorful dinner packed with lean ground beef and beans, making it a delicious and nutritious choice for any night.

What makes this chili stand out is its masterful blend of bold, aromatic spices combined with lean ground beef and fire-roasted tomatoes. The unexpected addition of unsweetened cocoa powder deepens the flavor profile, creating a rich, complex taste that will have you coming back for more, all while remaining high in protein and lower in fat.

Prepare for a chili experience that is wonderfully robust and savory, with a subtle warmth from the cayenne pepper and a hint of smoky sweetness from the paprika and fire-roasted tomatoes. The texture is hearty and chunky, thanks to the generous amounts of ground beef, black beans, kidney beans, and diced bell pepper.

This dinner is designed to be incredibly comforting and satisfying. As a naturally gluten-free and dairy-free dish, it's a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions who don't want to compromise on flavor or substance.

You can easily make this chili your own: swap the lean ground beef for ground turkey, or experiment with different types of beans like great northern beans for a slightly different texture. Feel free to vary the bell pepper color if you prefer, or adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference. For toppings, you can certainly add extra avocado slices or additional chopped green onions.

Serve this Slow Cooker Protein Chili as a fulfilling stand-alone meal, perfect for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or as a robust option for meal prep throughout the week.

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