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Slow Cooker Chili Colorado – theamazingfood


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  • Author: vivienne
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Chili Colorado, a delightful dish that transforms tender beef and aromatic spices into a heartwarming meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this slow-cooked chili is not just a recipe; it’s an experience to be savored. The combination of guajillo, ancho, and arbol chiles creates a robust flavor profile that will impress even the most discerning palates. With minimal hands-on time and a simple preparation process, you can set it and forget it while your slow cooker works its magic.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 6 dried guajillo chiles
  • 3 lb beef stew meat
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 2 dried arbol chiles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chiles by removing stems and seeds, then soak them in hot water for 20 minutes.
  2. Blend the softened chiles with beef broth, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and sea salt until smooth.
  3. Brown the seasoned beef stew meat in avocado oil over medium-high heat for about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Combine browned beef with the blended sauce, chopped onion, and bay leaves in your slow cooker.
  5. Cook on low for about 4 hours or until the beef is tender.
  6. Remove bay leaves before serving with tortillas or over rice.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg