slow cooker chili
This is so easy to make it isn't even funny. All you have to do is dump everything in the slow cooker and let dinner begin. A slice of jalapeno cornbread muffin would go well with this. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer’s directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature. You can also use a 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes instead of the diced tomatoes. Use a spoon to break up the whole tomatoes in the slow cooker.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
Thick, hearty, and full of flavor, we couldn't wait to dig into this slow cooker chili. It smelled amazing while simmering in the Crock Pot. We opted to use ground beef and ground turkey for testing. There are a lot of veggies that not only provide flavor but a lot of texture. Compared to most chili, the seasoning is mellow. But the secret ingredient, cinnamon, adds a different flavor you just can't put your finger on. Great dinner for a busy day or game day menu.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground turkey or ground chicken
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 2 medium celery stalks, chopped into 1/2 in pieces
- 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained (28 oz)
- 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz) or tomato soup (10.75 oz)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 medium bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 cup)
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional)
- 1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (19 oz)
- TOPPINGS
- - reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- - finely chopped onion
- - low-fat sour cream
- - diced jalapeno peppers
How To Make slow cooker chili
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Step 1Brown the ground beef and ground turkey. -
Step 2In a 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, and ground cayenne pepper.
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Step 3Cover; cook on low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
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Step 4Stir in bell pepper, diced jalapeno, and beans. Increase heat setting to high. Uncover and cook about 15 minutes longer or until slightly thickened.
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Step 5Serve with cheese or your choice of toppings.
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