Five Alarm Chili

For a slow cooker beef chili recipe that will overwhelm your taste buds with flavor and spice, give this easy recipe a try. Easy recipes for a slow cooker are rarely as spicy and delicious as this recipe.

Notes

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Cooking MethodSlow Cooker

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef round
1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 14 1/2 oounce cans whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 1/2 cup beef broth
15 1/2 ounces can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup Colby cheese, shredded

Instructions

In a large skillet, brown beef, onion, and garlic in oil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes. Drain off excess oil.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef mixture to a slow cooker and combine with olive oil, bell pepper, jalapenos, 1/4 cup chili powder, oregano, cumin, tomatoes, beef broth and pinto beans. Stir to mix well.
Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. Stir once during the last hour if cooking on High.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Stir well to blend evenly. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Return to room temperature before spooning a dollop onto each serving of chili. Sprinkle with Colby cheese and serve.