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Slow Cooker Venison Chili

Slow Cooker Venison Chili is a twist on a classic recipe. This chili is hearty, meaty and so easy to make with homemade chili seasoning.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
6 hrs
Total Time
6 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 484 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground venison
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • Homemade Chili Seasoning:
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground venison. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Transfer the browned venison to the slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the onions, garlic, and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Add to the slow cooker.
  4. In a small bowl, mix all the homemade chili seasoning ingredients.
  5. Add the seasoning mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the meat and vegetables.
  6. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, and tomato paste to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until meat is tender.
  8. Serve with your favorite chili toppings and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can cook on HIGH 3-4 hours instead. For a thicker chili, you can add a cornmeal slurry (2 tablespoons cornmeal mixed with 1/4 cup water) in the last hour of cooking.
  • The cocoa powder in the seasoning mix adds depth to the flavor without making it taste like chocolate. Don't skip this ingredient!

Nutrition Information

Calories 484kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 48g (96%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 121mg (40%) Sodium 755mg (31%) Potassium 1559mg (45%) Fiber 16g (64%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1909IU (38%) Vitamin C 58mg (64%) Calcium 138mg (14%) Iron 11mg (61%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 484

% Daily Value*

Calories 484kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 48g 96%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 755mg 31%
Potassium 1559mg 33%
Fiber 16g 64%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1909IU 38%
Vitamin C 58mg 64%
Calcium 138mg 14%
Iron 11mg 61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.