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slow cooker chili

(3 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Barbara Kavorkian
@BKavorkian
Two Harbors, MN

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.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(3 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 7 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot

Ingredients For slow cooker chili

  • 1/2 lb
    ground turkey or ground chicken
  • 1 lb
    ground beef
  • 3 dash
    Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 lg
    onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 clove
    garlic, finely minced or grated
  • 2 md
    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 tsp
    chili powder
  • 2 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp
    dried oregano leaves
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 md
    bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • 1 md
    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

  • Brown the ground beef and ground turkey.
    1
    Brown the ground beef and ground turkey.
  • Mix Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, and ground cayenne pepper.
    2
    In 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.
  • Cover and cook.
    3
    Cover; cook on low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
  • Stir in bell pepper, diced jalapeno, and beans.
    4
    Stir in bell pepper, diced jalapeno, and beans. Increase heat setting to high. Uncover and cook about 15 minutes longer or until slightly thickened.
  • Serve with cheese or your choice of toppings.
    5
    Serve with cheese or your choice of toppings.
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