BBQ-Flavored Slow Cooker Chili
This is the chili built for the busiest, most kid-filled weeknights — mild, a little sweet, and genuinely hands-off. A few spoonfuls of barbecue sauce give it a gentle, tangy-sweet flavor that even picky eaters go for, and the slow cooker does all the real work: brown the beef in the morning, load everything in, and come home to dinner that's ready. There's no heat to scare anyone off and no fuss to manage, just an easy, comforting, crowd-friendly pot. Topped with corn chips and cheese, it's the definition of a stress-free family dinner — the recipe you reach for when getting everyone fed is the only goal.
per serving
Corn chips, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream make it a hit with kids; set out hot sauce so adults can spice up their own bowls.
Use a barbecue sauce you like — it drives the flavor, so a smoky or sweet one shifts the whole pot. Ground turkey subs for beef. Easily doubled for a crowd.