Easy Crockpot Chili

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey or a vegetarian option)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons chili seasoning mix
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, avocado slices

Instructions

1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer the meat to the slow cooker.
2. In the slow cooker, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the browned meat. Stir to combine thoroughly.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
4. Sprinkle the chili seasoning mix, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir thoroughly.
5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
6. Once cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot and top with your choice of garnishes.

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