Slow Cooker Chili Colorado: Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Enjoy a comforting dish of Slow Cooker Chili Colorado, packed with authentic flavors and tender beef that brings the family together.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chili

4 cups Beef Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a lighter version.
2 tsp Ground Cumin Adds earthy depth to the sauce.
6 pieces Dried Guajillo Chiles Main flavor component, mild and tangy.
2 pieces Dried Ancho Chiles Contributes sweetness akin to dried fruit.
2 tsp Dried Oregano Enhances the aromatic profile.
2 tsp Sea Salt Balances flavors.
2 tsp Garlic Powder Adds umami.
1 small Yellow Onion Roughly chopped.
2 pieces Dried Arbol Chiles Adds heat and depth.
2 tbsp Avocado Oil For searing beef.
1/4 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Coats beef for browning.
3 lb Beef Stew Meat Cut into 1-inch chunks.
1/2 tsp Black Pepper Enhances overall flavor.
2 pieces Bay Leaves

Equipment

slow cooker
Medium saucepan
skillet
Blender

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Chile Sauce: Boil 4 cups of beef broth, steep chiles for 10-15 minutes until softened, blend with onion, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and salt, then strain.
Sear Beef: Coat beef stew meat with flour, salt, and pepper. Heat avocado oil in skillet, sear beef until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.
Combine & Cook: Pour strained sauce over beef, add bay leaves, cover, and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours.
Serve and Enjoy: Remove bay leaves, serve over rice or with tortillas, garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 45gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, strain the sauce after blending to ensure a smooth finish. Adjust seasonings as necessary throughout the cooking process.

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