Easy Chilli Con Carne Slow Cooker Using Packet Mix Recipe
This easy chilli con carne slow cooker using packet mix recipe is cozy, easy, and rich in flavor. It gives you a slow-simmered taste with minimal effort—just brown, dump, and let your cooker do the job. You can add simple tweaks like cocoa, cumin, or peppers to make it taste homemade.
Ingredients
- 1 packet chilli con carne mix Schwartz, Old El Paso, or McCormick
- 500 g ground beef mince
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 400g chopped tomatoes
- 1 can 400g kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp tomato puree
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tbsp oil
Optional Add-ins
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 tsp cocoa powder or dark chocolate
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin or smoked paprika
- 1 tsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 chopped chilli or chilli flakes
Instructions
Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat
- Brown the beef and onion together for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up the meat.
- Add garlic for the final minute. (Optional but recommended for deeper flavor.)
Mix the packet seasoning with 1/2 cup water or broth:
- Stir in tomato puree if using
Add everything to the slow cooker:
- Browned beef, onion, garlic, chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, seasoning liquid, and any optional add-ins.
- Stir to combine.
Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours:
- In the last 30 to 60 minutes, taste and adjust.
- If too thin, leave the lid off to reduce. If too thick, add a splash of broth.
Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or baked potatoes.
- Top with cheese, sour cream, or whatever you like.
Notes
Want it chunkier? Stir in a handful of frozen corn or diced zucchini during the last hour. Adds texture without any extra prep.