Food Recipe Collections & Favorites These Slow Cooker Chili Recipes Are So Easy, They Practically Make Themselves The only thing better than a pot full of chili? A crock pot full of chili. That's because the trusty appliance does the work for you, so all you have to do is pile on the toppings. We've included something for everyone: a slow cooker vegetarian chili, a chicken chili, and even a pork adobada chili. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let the slow cooker go to work. By Grace Elkus Grace Elkus Grace Elkus is a food writer and editor with over a decade of experience in culinary media. Highlights: * Associate food editor at Real Simple, where she developed recipes, wrote food stories, and assisted with styling * Deputy food director at Kitchn, where she and her team were responsible for 100 recipes a month * Currently the content lead for JOKR Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 10, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos 01 of 05 Slow-Cooker Butternut Squash, Chickpea and Harissa Chili This is the type of chili you'll start to crave on chilly nights. It's sweet, smoky, and spicy, and finished with crunchy pepitas, fresh cilantro, and tangy yogurt. To prevent the squash from turning mushy in the slow cooker, cut it into large 1 1/2-inch pieces. Get the recipe: Slow-Cooker Butternut Squash, Chickpea and Harissa Chili. Antonis Achilleos This is the type of chili you'll start to crave on chilly nights. It's sweet, smoky, and spicy, and finished with crunchy pepitas, fresh cilantro, and tangy yogurt. To prevent the squash from turning mushy in the slow cooker, cut it into large 1 1/2-inch pieces. Get the recipe: Slow-Cooker Butternut Squash, Chickpea and Harissa Chili 02 of 05 Slow-Cooker Chicken Mole Chili Spicy and smoky from the chipotles in adobo, this flavor-packed chili is our simplified twist on traditional mole sauce (which typically has upwards of 20 ingredients). Pinto beans and avocado add creaminess, radishes provide crunch and color, and a squeeze of lime juice at the end adds just a touch of acid. The slow cooker makes the chicken fall-apart tender, so no need to remove it from the insert to shred it. Get the Recipe: Slow-Cooker Chicken Mole Chili. Antonis Achilleos Spicy and smoky from the chipotles in adobo, this flavor-packed chili is our simplified twist on traditional mole sauce (which typically has upwards of 20 ingredients). Pinto beans and avocado add creaminess, radishes provide crunch and color, and a squeeze of lime juice at the end adds just a touch of acid. The slow cooker makes the chicken fall-apart tender, so no need to remove it from the insert to shred it. Get the Recipe: Slow-Cooker Chicken Mole Chili 03 of 05 Slow-Cooker Cincinnati Chili Whether you're a die-hard Skyline fan or have never heard of Cincinnati chili in your life, you'll quickly fall in love with our DIY version. Don't even try to serve this without spaghetti: the chili acts as a glorified meat sauce, ready to sop up all the rich and flavorful juices. Top with more cheddar cheese than you think necessary, and then another handful. Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili. Antonis Achilleos Whether you're a die-hard Skyline fan or have never heard of Cincinnati chili in your life, you'll quickly fall in love with our DIY version. Don't even try to serve this without spaghetti: the chili acts as a glorified meat sauce, ready to sop up all the rich and flavorful juices. Top with more cheddar cheese than you think necessary, and then another handful. Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili 04 of 05 Slow-Cooker Cuban Black Bean Chili If you've never cooked plantains, now is the time to dive right in. All they need is a few minutes to pan-fry and a sprinkle of salt, and the unassuming fruit transforms into sweet, caramelized slices with crispy edges and a soft interior. They pair deliciously with earthy black beans and fresh jalapeño. Get the Recipe: Slow-Cooker Cuban Black Bean Chili. Antonis Achilleos If you've never cooked plantains, now is the time to dive right in. All they need is a few minutes to pan-fry and a sprinkle of salt, and the unassuming fruit transforms into sweet, caramelized slices with crispy edges and a soft interior. They pair deliciously with earthy black beans and fresh jalapeño. Get the Recipe: Slow-Cooker Cuban Black Bean Chili 05 of 05 Slow-Cooker Pork Adobada Chili Adobada typically refers to pork marinated in a red chile and vinegar mixture. But instead of waiting for the meat to marinade, we tossed everything into the slow cooker and let it do its thing. Serve with beer and cornbread, or even over mashed potatoes. Get the Recipe: Slow-Cooker Pork Adobada Chili. Antonis Achilleos Adobada typically refers to pork marinated in a red chile and vinegar mixture. But instead of waiting for the meat to marinade, we tossed everything into the slow cooker and let it do its thing. Serve with beer and cornbread, or even over mashed potatoes. Get the Recipe: Slow-Cooker Pork Adobada Chili Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit