Betty Crocker's Family Favorite Chili Recipe

This award-winning slow cooker chili recipe, inspired by Betty Crocker, is a crowd-pleaser! Perfect for potlucks, game days, or a cozy weeknight meal. Tender beef simmers with vibrant spices in a rich and flavorful broth. Top with your favorite fixings like Fritos, shredded cheese, and sour cream for an unforgettable chili experience. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 260 mins
Calories 301.3 kcal
Protein 54g
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 Betty Crocker's Family Favorite Chili

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water (optional)

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How to Make Betty Crocker's Family Favorite Chili

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. In a 3.5-6 quart slow cooker, combine the browned beef with 1 large onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato paste, 1 (15 ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can of pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the onion is tender.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup of beef broth or water for desired consistency, if needed.
  5. Serve hot, topped with your favorite chili toppings such as Fritos, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

23g

Carbs

7g

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