Description

This Hearty Slow Cooker All-Meat Chili is a rich and flavorful no-bean chili that combines ground beef, pork, and tender beef chuck roast. Perfect for a comforting meal, it simmeres slowly to develop deep, robust flavors enhanced by a blend of classic chili spices. Ideal for those following low-carb or gluten-free diets, it delivers satisfying protein-packed goodness with a kick of warmth.

Ingredients

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Meat

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork or Italian sausage
1 pound beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced

Tomato Base

1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste

Liquids and Seasonings

1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

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Instructions

Brown the Ground Meat: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and ground pork until no longer pink. Drain excess fat and transfer the browned meat to a slow cooker.
Sear the Beef Chuck: Using the same skillet, quickly sear the beef chuck pieces until browned on all sides to lock in juices and flavor. Then transfer these seared pieces to the slow cooker.
Add Remaining Ingredients: To the slow cooker, add chopped onion, minced garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes if using, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything well to evenly combine all ingredients.
Slow Cook the Chili: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the meat is tender and the chili has thickened to your liking.
Final Touches and Serve: Before serving, stir the chili to combine any settled ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or jalapeños for added flavor and texture.

Notes

Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
For a smoky kick, add a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce during slow cooking.
Leftovers freeze well and taste even better the next day once flavors have melded.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American