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Crockpot Hot Dog Chili

A cozy, no-fuss chili that fills the room with a comforting smell, perfect for hot dogs, fries, burgers, or nachos.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 preferred) Using 90/10 meat results in less grease.
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup Adds body and sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard Brightens the flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Deepens the umami.
  • 1 tbsp chili powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp onion powder Or 1 tbsp minced onion.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef with 1/2 cup water.
  2. Break the meat into fine crumbles with a wooden spoon and cook until no pink remains, seeing small browned bits on the meat.
  3. Carefully drain any excess grease and transfer the beef to your slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Add tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire, chili powder, salt, pepper, sugar, and onion powder to the slow cooker.
  2. Stir until the sauce looks uniform and glossy.
  3. Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW; cook for 2 to 2½ hours.
  4. Stir before serving; the chili should cling to a spoon and look saucy but not runny.

Notes

For serving, spoon over hot dogs, fries, burgers, or nachos. Garnish with chopped onion, shredded cheese, sliced pickles, or a dab of sour cream. Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days in the fridge, or freeze up to 3 months.