3 Pepper Chili Recipe

Spice up your life with this fiery 3 Pepper Chili! This easy crockpot recipe delivers a delicious blend of savory and spicy flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. Perfect for a chilly evening or a game-day gathering, this chili is guaranteed to become a new family favorite. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 883.1 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 3 Pepper Chili

  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, undrained
  • 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package fajita seasoning mix
  • 2 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons dried chipotle powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon red cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • cumin, to taste
  • garlic powder, to taste
  • crushed tomatoes, as needed

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How to Make 3 Pepper Chili

  1. Chop bell peppers and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add chopped bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in fajita seasoning and water; cook for 1 minute more, allowing the seasoning to bloom.
  5. Transfer the meat and pepper mixture to a slow cooker.
  6. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and pinto beans to the slow cooker.
  7. Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
  8. Cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 7 hours or until flavors have melded and chili has thickened.
  9. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

168g

Carbs

7g