Secret 4-Ingredient Chili (Print View)

Hearty slow cooker chili using four pantry staples, great for quick, satisfying meals.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey

→ Beans

02 - 2 cans (15 ounces each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes with juices

→ Seasonings

04 - 1 packet (1.25 ounces) chili seasoning mix

# Directions:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker and add kidney beans, diced tomatoes with juices, and chili seasoning mix. Stir to combine.
03 - Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until flavors meld.
04 - Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if desired. Serve hot with preferred toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Only four ingredients needed
  • Set and forget convenience
02 -
  • This chili base contains no major allergens, but always check your chili seasoning packet for possible gluten, soy, or milk derivatives.
  • For a vegetarian twist, add extra beans or use plant-based ground meat.
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat if desired.
  • The chili thickens more as it stands, so leftovers are even tastier.
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