Crock Pot Italian Chili

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16
Delicious Crock Pot Italian Chili recipe for your dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

8 hr 30 min

Ready In

9 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup water
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can kidney beans , rinsed and drained
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
shredded mozzarella cheese ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
410
Sugar
7g
Fat
23g
Crock Pot Italian Chili is a hearty and delicious variation of the classic chili recipe. It is perfect for family dinners or large gatherings as it can be easily prepared in a slow cooker. This recipe uses Italian sausage and a combination of spices and veggies to give it the perfect blend of flavors. The dish can be customized to taste, and the shredded mozzarella cheese is the perfect finishing touch. It can be served as a main course with rice or bread, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Instructions

1.In a skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, then drain.
2.Transfer the beef and sausage to a slow-cooker, then add in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chopped onion, sweet red pepper, water, chopped celery, beef broth, chili powder, Italian seasoning, sugar, minced garlic, salt, and kidney beans. Stir everything together.
3.Cover the slow-cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or on high heat for 4 hours.
4.Add in sliced mushrooms and parsley. Cover and cook for another 30 minutes on high heat.
5.Serve with shredded mozzarella cheese (optional).

PROS

This Italian chili is hearty, flavorful, and easy to make using a crock-pot.

It is a great comfort food for cold evenings and is perfect for meal-prepping and leftovers.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in calories and fat due to the beef and sausage.

It may not be suitable for people on a restricted diet or trying to lose weight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein and fiber from the beef, sausage, and kidney beans.
The vegetables and tomatoes provide essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin C and potassium.
However, the dish is also high in saturated fat and sodium, so moderation is advised.

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