Slow Cooker Chili Con Carne
The original chili con carne (chili with meat) is simply a stew of beef — no beans in this bowl! We make this classic even simpler with Simply Organic Chili seasoning mix, Spicy or Mild.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 hours hrs
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
- 1 package Simply Organic Mild Chili Seasoning Mix OR if you prefer
- 1 package Simply Organic Spicy Chili Seasoning Mix Do NOT add both Choose Mild OR Spicy
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 red pepper diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 pounds beef cubes
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper finely chopped
- 3 teaspoons tomato paste
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 2 -14 oz. cans of Kidney Beans if desired (optional)
In a large pan heat, olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, peppers and garlic. Saute for about 4 minutes. Add beef cubes and cook until browned, about 3 minutes.
Transfer mixture to a slow cooker and add tomato paste, broth, diced tomatoes and contents of seasoning mix packet. Mix until combined.
Cook in slow cooker on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.
Serve with your favorite chili toppings.