This easy Slow Cooker Coney Island-style Chili is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients like ground beef, tomato puree, and seasoning, it’s ideal for serving over hot dogs or in a bowl. Top with shredded cheese, diced onions, and mustard for extra deliciousness!

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Recipe Ingredients

• 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
• 2 tbsp (14 g) onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp (10 g) seasoning salt (I use Lawry’s)
• 1 (14-oz [414-ml]) can tomato puree
• 1 cup (240 ml) water
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) prepared yellow mustard

Optional (But Recommended)

• Hot dogs
• Hot dog buns
• Shredded cheese
• Diced onions
• Mustard

How To Make Slow Cooker Coney Island–style Chili

1. Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and seasoning salt until well combined.
2. Slow Cook: Add the seasoned meat, tomato puree, and water to your 6-quart (6-L) slow cooker. Stir to combine, cover, and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours.
3. Add Mustard & Serve: Before serving, stir in the mustard. Serve the chili in a bowl or over hot dogs. You can top the chili with shredded cheese, diced onions, mustard, or a combination of all three.

Recipe Tips

• Brown the beef properly: Make sure the ground beef is fully browned and crumbled before adding the seasonings. This enhances the flavor and helps prevent a greasy texture in the chili.
• Use quality mustard: Choose a good quality prepared yellow mustard for the best taste. It balances the chili’s richness with a tangy kick.
• Adjust seasoning to taste: Taste the chili before serving and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more chili powder or seasoning salt if you like it spicier.
• Don’t skip the slow cooking: For the best flavor, let the chili cook on low for 6 hours. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors meld together.
• Add toppings for extra flavor: Top your chili with shredded cheese, diced onions, or even jalapeños for extra texture and flavor.

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