Description
A hearty, comforting chili featuring tender ground beef, smoky andouille sausage, beans, and a rich spice blend. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (1 can)
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles (1 can)
- 16 ounces tomato sauce (2 cans)
- 15 ounces chili beans (1 can)
- 15 ounces kidney beans, drained (1 can)
- 7 ounces andouille sausage, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¾ tablespoon cumin
- ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
- ½ tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 pinch kosher salt
Instructions
- Sauté Ingredients:
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef, diced onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until the beef is browned and vegetables are tender. - Transfer to Crockpot:
Add the cooked mixture (including juices) to a 6–7 quart crockpot. - Add Remaining Ingredients:
Stir in diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce, chili beans, kidney beans, and chopped andouille sausage. - Season the Chili:
Add chili powder, brown sugar, cocoa powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, kosher salt, and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir to combine. - Cook Low and Slow:
Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, letting the flavors meld together beautifully. - Serve and Garnish:
Serve warm with your favorite toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, or sliced green onions. Pair with cornbread for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, replace meat with plant-based alternatives or extra beans.
- To make it spicier, add cayenne pepper, jalapeños, or extra diced tomatoes with green chiles.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American