Description
Crockpot Queso Beef Chili is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors and creamy textures that warm both heart and soul. This easy-to-make dish features seasoned ground beef, hearty beans, vibrant corn, and gooey cheddar melted to perfection. Ideal for game nights or cozy dinners, it’s a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal cleanup. Serve with tortilla chips for a delightful experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- In a crockpot, combine cooked beef with onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, chili powder, and cumin. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Just before serving, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes such as extra cheese or fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg