Chili is the ultimate comfort food, don’t you think? When the season changes and fall winds start to blow (in Saskatchewan they never stop, actually) it’s a warm bowl of chili that hits the spot more than anything. And – every time I make it – I decide that I need a “recipe” to follow, when in fact, chili is a very forgiving dish. You can add a bit of this, more of that, and taste test as it cooks and the flavours meld together in a slow cooker. In any case, I use a recipe as a good base.
Here’s a new one I tried this fall that was a definite keeper, with the new and interesting ingredient being cinnamon (in the past I’ve used chocolate in chili and that was pretty tasty as well.)
Slow Cooker Chili
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 pounds extra lean ground beef
- 2 cans diced tomatoes (796ml each)
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1.5 Tbsp cumin
- ½ Tbsp chili powder
- 2 Tbsp paprika
- 2 Tbsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 can red kidney beans
Instructions
- In a large frying pan, saute onion and garlic until soft. Add ground beef: cook and stir until meat is browned. Drain fat.
- Transfer to slow cooker. Pour in tomatoes with liquid, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, and cinnamon. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
- Serve with toppings of your choice (we like sliced jalapenos and cheese!)
If you’re hesitant on adding cinnamon, you could always start with 1/4tsp and taste test from there, but I found 1/2 tsp perfect and I liked challenging the family to discover the “secret ingredient” added at dinner time.
Dont think I could add cinnamon…but….you never know!
I can’t wait to try this recipe. Looks delicious!
This recipe is almost identical to mine, and it’s very very good, and it’s so worth it done in the slow cooker too!!
Nothing beats a good chili on a cold day. I will need to try this recipe next time.
I have this bookmarked!! I actually do not own a slow cooker BUT i asked for one for christmas and looks like i have one coming my way so now i need to bookmark slow cooker recipes š
Yum – this looks delicious. Ideal for a cold winter day!
My favourite cold weather dish
I hated chili as a kid but it’s definitely a food that’s grown on me. Sounds yummy!
There is nothing better than chili on a cold day.
When the weather turned that is the first thing I made, but I’d like to try this in a slow cooker.
I love Chili! Canāt wait to try this recipe soon! Looks so delicious
I would love to change up our usual chili with this recipe.
This recipe sounds really yummy and very easy to make, a great combination!
I have never put cinnamon in my chili before but I will need to give it a try!
Chili is my absolute favourite winter meal. Your recipe looks delicious.
I’ve never added cinnamon but will give it a go!
I have to try this new chili recipe with cinnamon. Sounds delicious.
The addition of cinnamon is really interesting. I will have to try this recipe.
I just made chili last night which is similar to your recipe but sometimes I’ll just use a chili seasoning packet instead of individual seasoning because it’s easier.
yum looks simple which I like š
that looks so good and easy to make,cant wait to try it
Looks so good ! I am going to try this one !
this looks very delicious & tasty. I’d probably use ground chicken or turkey or a mixture of all 3
I have been looking for a good slow cooker chili recipe. I can’t wait to try this one!
Oh man, that looks SO good!!
I use the same recipe and adding the cumin really makes the difference. Using the slow cooker is the only way to go these days.
i’ve never thought of adding cinnimon to my chilli! i will have to give it a try!
Love the ease of this recipe! I enjoy a good bowl of chili, I’ll give it a shot š
thank you for the recipe! kids love Chili on their hot dogs! haven’t made it in awhile!
Love a new slow cooker recipe! This is perfect for fall.
This is really similar to one i make minus the cinnamon !
You’re making me hungry! There’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of chili with cheese melted on top on a chilly day. I’ve heard of people using chocolate but am not brave enough to try it myself. The cinnamon sounds interesting and I can see it working well in this dish.
Looks delicious! My husband loves chili, I must try it!
Sounds and look like a great recipe perfect for the Football game!
this would be perfect for a cold night in with the family.
I love making chili! Never tried adding cinnamon — interesting tip!
tis the season for the slow cooker! Interesting version of a great classic!
Never thought to add cinnamon… will try next time!
I have to admit that I would probably leave out the cinnamon. Not really a big fan. The chili sounds delish though!
This is making me hungry!
I have never thought of adding cinnamon, thanks for sharing
The last round of chili that I made included cocoa powder and cinnamon. Totally different taste from what my family was used to having but we all loved it!
I make chili in the slow cooker often. I don’t add cinnamon but I will give it a go.
I love Chili and think the cinnamon would give it a real nice flavour.
Looks yummy!
I love that it’s so simple to make it in the slow cooker – ready and waiting for you at dinner time!
I have never added cumin or cinnamon to chili. I might have to try this. Chili is a great warm meal on a cold winter day.
I love a simple recipe and this one fits the bill. I know my family will enjoy it
I do love chili. This recipe has a lot more spices than mine. It sounds really delicious.
looks delish! perfect for winter.
Chili is my favourite in the Winter! So hearty
Iād throw in some red pepper flakes we like a kick to ours.