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Slow Cooker Chili Colorado

Slow Cooker Chili Colorado: Hearty Comfort in Every Bite

Slow Cooker Chili Colorado offers authentic flavor with a rich blend of chiles and tender beef for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth as a substitute
  • 3 pieces Dried Guajillo Chiles the primary flavoring agent
  • 2 pieces Dried Ancho Chiles adds a complex raisin-like sweetness
  • 2 pieces Dried Arbol Chiles introduces heat; adjust according to spice tolerance
Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin enhances overall flavor profile
  • 2 teaspoons Oregano (preferably Mexican) complements the spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder provides savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat cut into chunks for even cooking
  • 1/4 cup Gluten-Free Flour assists browning and thickens sauce
Cooking and Texture
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil for searing beef
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion contributes sweetness
  • 2-3 pieces Bay Leaves adds aromatic depth

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • Fine-Mesh Strainer
  • medium pot
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chile Mixture: Bring beef broth to a boil, remove from heat, and add dried chiles. Let steep for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Blend the Chile Sauce: Remove chiles, combine with the reserved broth and other seasonings in a blender, then blend until smooth.
  3. Strain the Sauce: Pour the blended sauce through a fine-mesh strainer to achieve a silky texture.
  4. Prepare the Beef: Toss beef with gluten-free flour, sea salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  5. Sear the Beef: Heat avocado oil in a skillet and sear the beef until browned, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  6. Combine in the Slow Cooker: Transfer seared beef to the slow cooker, cover with strained sauce and add bay leaves.
  7. Slow Cook Your Chili: Set slow cooker to High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours until beef is fork-tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Letting the chili rest after cooking enhances the flavors. Store leftovers in airtight containers to maintain freshness.

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