Cozy up with this heart-healthy chili recipe that is low sodium and full of flavor! Canned goods and seasoning packets can contain high levels of sodium. Instead, opt for ‘no salt added’ or ‘reduced sodium’ varieties. Add kick with key spices, and ditch the seasoning packet. Trust me — you won’t miss it!

Heart-Healthy Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

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Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Large Pan
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Can Opener
  • Spatula
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

Canned Goods

  • 2 Cans Diced Tomatoes (No Salt Added)
  • 1 Can Tomato Paste or Puree
  • 2 Cans Dark Red Kidney Beans (No Salt Added or Reduced Sodium)
  • 2 Cans Pinto Beans (No Salt Added or Reduced Sodium)

Meat

  • 1.5 Pounds Ground Beef

Produce

  • 1 Green Bell Pepper
  • 1 Yellow Onion

Spices

  • Chili Powder
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Cumin
  • Paprika
  • Onion Powder
  • Ground Pepper

Toppings

  • 1 Bag Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Instructions
 

  • Dice onion and green bell pepper.
  • Cook beef in large pan on medium / high and drain grease near end.
  • In the same beef pan, add diced vegetables and spices.
  • Dump canned goods into crockpot.
  • When meat and vegetables are cooked, add into crockpot.
  • Add more spices and mix.
  • Set slow cooker to 8 hours and let the flavor soak in!
  • Serve in a bowl and top with sharp cheddar cheese.

Notes

This recipe pairs well with cornbread. I just used Jiffy’s cornbread muffin mix to keep things simple and easy!
I should also note that I don’t use exact measurements for spices, so you will have to let your senses guide you on this one! I channel my inner Italian, smell the aroma, taste and adjust along the way. 
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