Three-Bean Slow-Cooker Chili with Smoked Paprika

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A deeply flavorful, protein-packed chili simmered low and slow with three types of beans and smoky spices. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 380 minutes, pairs diced tomatoes, beef broth, cannellini beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 360 min Serves 8 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large skillet, cook 1 lb ground beef over medium heat until browned and crumbled, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat and return to skillet.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 finely diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Transfer cooked beef mixture to a 4-quart slow cooker. Add 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 cup beef broth, 1 can cannellini beans, 1 can kidney beans, 1 can pinto beans, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper.
  4. Step 4: Stir until all ingredients are well combined. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until flavors meld and beans are tender.
  5. Step 5: Stir in additional salt and pepper to taste. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to thicken slightly if desired, until the chili coats the back of a spoon.

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