Description
This Hearty Slow Cooker All Meat Chili (No Beans) is a rich, savory dish loaded with beef, pork, and sausage. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s full of bold flavors and perfect for a cozy dinner or game day party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning meat)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, ground pork, and Italian sausage. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked meat mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker, followed by the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir again to incorporate all the spices.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The chili should be thick and the flavors well combined.
- Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a thicker chili, you can use a spoon to mash some of the tomatoes or meat against the side of the slow cooker.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve hot with your favorite toppings such as cheese, sour cream, or chopped onions.
Notes
- This chili can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- For a spicier kick, add a chopped jalapeño or extra cayenne pepper.
- If you prefer a thicker chili, let it cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to allow some of the liquid to evaporate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (slow cooker on low)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg