Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli
Sit back and let your slow cooker do the work with this Smoky Chilli, simmered low and slow for a rich, comforting sauce that's packed with flavour.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories375
- Fat8g
- Saturates3g
- Carbs32g
- Sugars19g
- Protein37g
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If you’ve got a slow cooker, this Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli is about to change your life, no exaggeration! We’ve packed it with smoky BBQ seasoning and warming paprika, then simmered it low and slow for a few hours to give you a rich, thick sauce and deep, comforting flavours.
The ultimate hands-off dinner, this recipe is a good one for filling the house with the smell of home-cooked goodness while you get on with your day. And if slow cooking isn’t your style, don’t worry, you can also make this hearty chilli on the hob, in your Instant Pot, or in the oven. There’s a method to suit every kitchen!
What diets is this Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli suitable for?
This Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli can easily be made suitable for gluten and dairy-free diets. If you’re cooking for someone with a gluten or dairy intolerance, just be sure to swap out the following ingredients for suitable alternatives:.
- Stock cube
- Henderson’s relish
- Double check BBQ seasoning (some contain milk)
Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with allergies. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli?
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This Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli recipe doesn’t call for any special ingredients. You’ll find everything on your local supermarket shelves. We’ve included some equipment you’ll need further down the page.
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How many calories are in this Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli?
There are only 375 calories in one serving of this Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli, which means it falls into our Everyday Light category. These are all dishes under 400 calories, ideal for when you’re after a lighter bite (just like the category name suggests!), and they fit with diet plans like Weight Watchers if you’re calorie counting.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight, then you might want to adjust these slightly. You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.
Step 2
Add the onions and cook for 10 minutes until soft and golden. Then add the garlic, and continue to cook for a further 1-2 minutes.
Step 3
Add the peppers and cook for 5 minutes. Then add the minced beef and cook for a further 4-5 minutes, until browned.
Step 4
Add the chilli powder, smoky BBQ seasoning, paprika, and cumin. Stir everything in and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Transfer to the slow cooker and add the chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, kidney beans, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce (or Henderson’s relish), sriracha sauce, and beef stock. Stir well, then cover with the lid.
Step 6
Cook on high for 3-4 hours. The chilli will be ready when it’s rich and thick. If the mixture is still a little runny, remove the lid, and continue to cook until reduced and thickened. Then serve!
What could I serve with Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli?
Our Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli is delicious with a crisp salad, or you could serve these with lots of different slimming-friendly options! Here are some ideas:
How do you know when Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli is cooked?
You can tell Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli is cooked when the sauce is rich and thick. This should take between 3.5-4.5 hours in your slow cooker. Alternatively, this recipe can also be made on the hob, in your Instant Pot, or in the oven. It’s entirely up to you!
As per UK food safety guidelines, always cook meat until it reaches 75ºC and stays at that temperature for at least two minutes.
How long can you keep Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli in the fridge?
Once you’ve served up your Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you do hang onto any leftovers, be sure to refrigerate them in an air-tight container with a lid. You can store Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli in the fridge for approximately 2 days or so.
Can I freeze Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli?
Yes, you can! This recipe can be frozen after cooking, just remember to do the following:
- Freeze it as soon as it’s cold enough.
- Use a container suitable for freezing.
- Don’t forget to add a label reminding you what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli?
From chilled: Place in a microwave-proof container with loosely fitting lid, and heat for 4-7 minutes — until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost fully in the fridge overnight, then heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes. Stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes — until piping hot.
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Slow Cooker Smoky Chilli
Sit back and let your slow cooker do the work with this Smoky Chilli, simmered low and slow for a rich, comforting sauce that's packed with flavour.
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Prep Time
15 MINS
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Cook Time
3 HR 25
- KCals 375
- Carbs 32G
Instructions
- Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook for 10 minutes, until soft and golden. Then add the garlic, and continue to cook for a further 1-2 minutes.
- Add the peppers and cook for 5 minutes. Then add the minced beef, and cook for a further 4-5 minutes, until browned.
- Add the chilli powder, smoky BBQ seasoning, paprika, and cumin. Stir everything in, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer to your slow cooker and add the chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, kidney beans, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce (or Henderson's relish), sriracha sauce, and beef stock. Stir well, then cover with the lid.
- Cook on high for 3-4 hours.The chilli will be ready when the sauce is rich and thick. If the mixture is still a little runny, remove the lid, and continue to cook until reduced and thickened. Then serve!
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