Richard's Slow Cooker Chili

Italian sausage adds another kick of flavor to this slow cooker chili, everyone's favorite comfort food. Serve over chips and top with shredded Cheddar cheese and other toppings.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 hr
• Total Time: 6 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 560 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (28 ounce) jar tomato sauce
• 1 (16 ounce) package corn chips (such as Fritos®)
• 1 pound ground chuck beef (80% lean)
• 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
• 1 pound bulk Italian sausage, hot or mild
• 1 (28 ounce) can petite tomatoes
• 1 (16 ounce) can light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Set slow cooker to Low.

Step 2

Cook ground beef and Italian sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain grease and put meat into slow cooker.

Step 3

Cook bell pepper, onion, and garlic in the skillet until onion is softened and slightly brown, about 5 minutes. Add to slow cooker. Season with garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, oregano, and Greek seasoning. Pour in tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir well.

Step 4

Cook on Low for about 6 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve over chips and top with toppings of your choice.