SLOW COOKER SALSA CHILI

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This recipe is delicious! It's easy to start in the morning and wonderful to come home to - plus it doesn't make so much that you are tired of it before it's gone.

Provided by Laura Knight

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 8h35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground beef (at least 80% lean) or ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped (~ 1/2 cup)
16 oz thick and chunky salsa
15 oz tomato sauce
4 1/2 oz chopped green chiles (1 small can)
2 tsp chili powder
1 can(s) pinto beans, drained and rinsed (15 or 16 oz)
shredded cheddar cheese, if desired
sliced green onions, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Cook beef/ turkey with onion in skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occaisionally, until thoroughly cooked. Drain.
  • 2. In a 3 - 4 quart slow cooker, mix beef/ turkey mixture and the remaining ingredients except beans.
  • 3. Cover and cook on the Low heat setting for 8 - 10 hours.
  • 4. Stir in beans. Cover and continue to cook for another 5 minutes to heat the beans. Top with cheese and onions if desired.
  • 5. Vary this recipe by using black beans. If you prefer a milder chili, use mild salsa and a little less chili powder.
  • 6. This recipe can be doubled: use a 5 - 6 quart slow cooker and cook for the same amount of time.

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