Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Crockpot Root Beer Chili, where sweet root beer meets savory spices for a unique and delightful flavor experience. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy nights at home or impressing guests at gatherings. With its vibrant colors and rich aroma, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup root beer
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer to the crockpot.
- Add kidney beans, diced onion, bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, root beer, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
- Mix thoroughly until combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The chili is ready when bubbly and aromatic.
- Serve hot topped with shredded cheese or sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg