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Crockpot Chili Recipe (Cook-off Winner!)

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A delicious Crockpot Chili with dozens of 5-star reviews and winner of multiple chili cook-offs! This Crockpot Chili recipe is made with plenty of spice and packed with lots of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 5 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery (2 stalks)
  • 1 cup finely diced yellow onion (1 small onion)
  • 1 small jalapeño, optional, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 48 ounces chili beans (pinto beans in chili sauce, 3×16-ounce cans)
  • 56 ounces petite diced tomatoes (2×28-ounce cans)
  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 beef bouillon cubes
  • Toppings as desired

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
  2. Add the red and green bell peppers, celery, onion, and jalapeño (if using) to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Transfer the cooked meat to the slow cooker. Add the cooked vegetables, bacon, tomato paste, chili beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, oregano, cumin, basil, seasoned salt, pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), paprika, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and beef bouillon cubes. Stir to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

For best flavor, let the chili rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. You can substitute beans or adjust spice levels to taste. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

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