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Hearty Slow Cooker Bison Chili

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A rich and flavorful chili made with lean bison, beans, and spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a hearty and nutritious meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground bison
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the ground bison until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add chopped onions, garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the bison mixture to the slow cooker.
  4. Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed before serving.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite chili toppings.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef or turkey if bison is not available.
  • For added heat, increase the amount of cayenne or add diced jalapeños.
  • This chili tastes even better the next day after flavors meld.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg