Crock-Pot Chili

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Crock-Pot Chili
45 min.
6
254kcal

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Are you ready to warm up your kitchen with a hearty and delicious Crock-Pot Chili? This gluten-free recipe is perfect for those chilly evenings when you crave something comforting and satisfying. With a delightful blend of spices and wholesome ingredients, this chili is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of chili simmering away in your slow cooker. The combination of kidney beans, Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, and ground round creates a rich and savory base, while the addition of chili powder and cumin adds just the right amount of kick. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies with chopped green bell peppers and onions, making it a well-rounded meal for the whole family.

This recipe serves six, making it ideal for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends. And with only 254 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Top it off with a sprinkle of shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese for that extra touch of creaminess. Whether you enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this Crock-Pot Chili is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So grab your slow cooker and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce kidney beans undrained canned
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes with jalapeño peppers and spices, undrained mexican-style canned
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup wine dry red
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green chopped
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • pound ground round 
  • 1.5 ounces cheddar cheese shredded extra-sharp reduced-fat
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • stove
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Cook the ground round in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until brown, stirring to crumble.
  2. Add chopped onion and the next 7 ingredients (onion through garlic), and cook for 7 minutes or until onion is tender.
  3. Place meat mixture in an electric slow cooker, and stir in beans and tomatoes. Cover with lid, and cook on low-heat setting for 4 hours. Spoon into bowls; sprinkle with cheese.
  4. Note: The chili can be made on the stovetop if you don't have a slow cooker. After adding the beans and the tomatoes, bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, partially covered, 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein35.58%
Fat31.6%
Carbs32.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.68
Glycemic Load
6.02
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.10217388039%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
0.33mg
Delphinidin
0.42mg
Malvidin
2.62mg
Peonidin
0.19mg
Catechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
1.07mg
Luteolin
0.59mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
5.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.42kcal
12.72%
Fat:8.82g
13.57%
Saturated Fat:3.51g
21.95%
Carbohydrates:20.61g
6.87%
Net Carbohydrates:14.37g
5.23%
Sugar:6.56g
7.29%
Cholesterol:50.63mg
16.88%
Sodium:485.99mg
21.13%
Alcohol:1.05g
100%
Alcohol %:0.49%
100%
Protein:22.35g
44.69%
Zinc:4.52mg
30.1%
Phosphorus:287.1mg
28.71%
Vitamin B12:1.71µg
28.42%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
26.85%
Vitamin B3:5.29mg
26.45%
Fiber:6.23g
24.93%
Vitamin C:19.02mg
23.05%
Iron:4.06mg
22.55%
Selenium:15.27µg
21.81%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.58%
Potassium:727.02mg
20.77%
Copper:0.32mg
16.1%
Magnesium:58.46mg
14.62%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.22%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.33%
Vitamin A:608.06IU
12.16%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.25%
Folate:39.38µg
9.84%
Calcium:98.18mg
9.82%
Vitamin K:9.65µg
9.19%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.05%
Source:My Recipes