Slow-Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Health score
48%
Slow-Cooker Cincinnati Chili
510 min.
8
867kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that takes you straight to the heart of Cincinnati with this delightful Slow-Cooker Cincinnati Chili! This dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings together the rich flavors of ground beef, aromatic spices, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, creating a unique chili that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the warm, inviting aroma of chili simmering in your slow cooker. With just a few simple steps, you can prepare a hearty dish that serves up to eight people, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners with friends. The combination of tender spaghetti topped with a savory chili, shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, and crunchy oyster crackers creates a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

This Cincinnati-style chili is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, offering a balanced meal that satisfies both hunger and cravings. With a caloric breakdown that includes a good mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to indulge in a comforting bowl of Cincinnati Chili that will warm your heart and soul!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 15 oz beans red rinsed drained canned
  • lb ground round 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • cups onion chopped
  • servings oyster crackers 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 16 oz pasta like spaghetti uncooked
  • 56 oz tomato purée organic canned
  • 1.5 teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In Dutch oven, cook beef and 3 cups of the onions over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in salt, cinnamon, cocoa, cumin and water. Simmer 2 minutes. In slow cooker, mix beef mixture, tomato puree and brown sugar until blended.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours.
  3. About 15 minutes before serving, cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package. To serve, spoon chili over spaghetti; top each serving with 1/4 cup cheese, 2 tablespoons of the remaining onions, 2 tablespoons beans and the oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories867kcal
Protein25.94%
Fat30.57%
Carbs43.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.75
Glycemic Load
21.5
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
43.786521476248%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.37mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.68mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
24.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:867.28kcal
43.36%
Fat:29.58g
45.5%
Saturated Fat:12.9g
80.63%
Carbohydrates:94.67g
31.56%
Net Carbohydrates:84.13g
30.59%
Sugar:22.45g
24.94%
Cholesterol:138.91mg
46.3%
Sodium:930.92mg
40.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:56.48g
112.95%
Selenium:76.15µg
108.79%
Zinc:11.31mg
75.39%
Phosphorus:727.42mg
72.74%
Vitamin B3:13.87mg
69.33%
Manganese:1.37mg
68.34%
Vitamin B12:4.07µg
67.89%
Vitamin B6:1.13mg
56.71%
Iron:10.08mg
55.99%
Potassium:1861.94mg
53.2%
Copper:1.01mg
50.61%
Fiber:10.54g
42.17%
Vitamin B2:0.71mg
42.05%
Magnesium:147.69mg
36.92%
Vitamin C:27.42mg
33.23%
Vitamin E:4.95mg
32.99%
Calcium:319.04mg
31.9%
Vitamin A:1302.54IU
26.05%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.37%
Vitamin B5:2.5mg
24.97%
Folate:97.5µg
24.37%
Vitamin K:15.33µg
14.6%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%