Description
Crockpot Root Beer Chili is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish combines tender ground beef, hearty kidney beans, and the unique sweetness of root beer, creating a comforting meal perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. With minimal effort required, this chili is sure to become a family favorite, evoking memories of laughter and good times shared over delicious food.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup good-quality root beer
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef in the skillet; drain excess fat.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a crockpot. Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes, root beer, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot with optional cheddar cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg