Hearty Beef Chili

Warm up with a big bowl of chili that is actually good for you with this easy recipe for a slow cooker. You will be amazed that this slow cooker beef chili recipe is lower in calories than a traditional chili.

Notes

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Cooking MethodSlow Cooker

Ingredients

1 pound 97% lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cans (16 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup prepared salsa
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup reduced fat Cheddar cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons fat free sour cream
4 teaspoons black olives, sliced

Instructions

Heat large skillet over medium high heat.
Add beef and onion; cook until beef is browned and onion is tender. Drain fat.
Place beef mixture, chili powder, cumin, tomatoes, beans, and salsa in slow cooker; stir.
Cover and cook on low five to six hours or until flavors are blended and chili is bubbly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with cheese, sour cream, and olives.

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idbldaru 0641137

Nov 13, 2014

Me again, I'm also adding some egg noodles. This is just for fiber & to fill me up.

idbldaru 0641137

Nov 13, 2014

I'm making this tonight only cutting it in half. On a renal diet so, I will use 1/2 beans, lean ground beef & 1 can of diced tomatoes w/chilies. I cannot wait to make my first chili & enjoy. Thanks