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A steaming bowl of rich, dark brown hearty venison chili topped with shredded sharp cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro leaves, diced red onion, and a dollop of sour cream, served in a rustic ceramic bowl on a wooden cutting board with a side of cornbread)

Hearty Slow Cooker Venison Chili

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Slow cooker chili made with lean, gamey-savory venison, beans, tomatoes and warming spices—comfort food at its finest.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground venison
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, sour cream, sliced green onions, cornbread

Instructions

  1. Add venison, onion, garlic, and bell pepper to slow cooker. Cook on HIGH 2 hours, breaking up meat with a fork.
  2. Stir in beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper, and broth.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW 4 hours, or HIGH 2 hours more, until flavors meld and chili thickens.
  4. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • For extra depth, sear venison in a skillet first before adding to crockpot.
  • 赵 Use turkey or beef if venison isn’t available—but venison is leaner and more flavorful.
  • Frozen corn added at the end adds sweetness and texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 380 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 890 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg
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