Rice Cooker Chili
A hearty, one-pot chili made with ground beef (or turkey), beans, tomatoes, and spices all cooked in your rice cooker!
Equipment
- Rice Cooker
- Medium Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Can opener
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring spoons & cups
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Sauté the Meat and Onions: In a small skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Transfer to Rice Cooker: Transfer the cooked meat mixture to the rice cooker.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, both beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and water. Stir everything well to combine.
- Cook: Set the rice cooker to the "Cook" setting. Let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once done, give the chili a good stir and serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground chicken, beef, or even plant-based meat alternatives.
- Add more or less spice depending on your family’s preferences.
- This recipe was tested in a 6-cup rice cooker—adjust if yours is larger or smaller.