Spicy and Hearty Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili Recipe

This slow cooker chipotle chili recipe is a perfect combination of smoky chipotle peppers, tender beef, and hearty beans. It's a spicy and comforting dish that is incredibly easy to make. Simply throw all the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning, and come home to a flavorful homemade chili in the evening. The smoky chipotle peppers give this chili a unique and addictive flavor, while the slow cooking process ensures tender meat and perfectly melded flavors. Enjoy this delicious chili with your favorite toppings and a side of cornbread for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
2. In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant. Add the chopped chipotle peppers and cook for another minute.
3. Transfer the onion, garlic, and chipotle mixture to the slow cooker.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, diced green chilies, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
5. Stir everything together until well combined.
6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
7. Serve the chipotle chili hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Enjoy with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips.

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