Substitutions and Variations
Swap the ground beef for ground turkey. Read more on how to do this below.Double the recipe. If you want to make a large batch of this slow cooker chili, simply double all of the ingredients. The cooking time can remain the same, though I suggest, you go for the longer end of the cooking range.Swap the ground chipotle for smoked paprika. Another option would be to use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. One or two would be great in this, but consider that it will add more heat.Change out the tomatoes. If your family doesn’t like tomato chunks, use a can of crushed tomatoes instead.Add more or swap the beans. If you kidney beans aren’t your favorite, consider using pinto or black beans. You could also simply add in another can of either of those to the recipe as written. Be sure to drain and rinse your beans to control the saltiness of the recipe.
Other Great Soup Recipes
I adore soup season, where a simple supper nourishes your family and makes you feel good too. Soups are easy to make, and there’s no end to the possibilities! Try a few of these tried and true recipes: The perfect soup to make in the fall, as the days get shorter and the temperature more cool, is chili! It is like a complete meal in a bowl. And making it in the slow cooker means that you can come home from work with a comforting dinner waiting for you. Make a batch of my cornbread the day before, it goes perfectly with this! Just like the name implies, this ingredient is made from the condensed liquid you get from the smoke of burning wood. You can find bottles of liquid smoke at the grocery store, next to the spices or condiments, and it lasts forever when stored in the refrigerator. Like Liquid Smoke, ground chipotle offers a deep, rich smoky flavor that enhances the other seasonings. I love the flavor both of these bring to my Chicken Tacos. I know you will love it in this chili recipe too.
To make this less spicy simply omit the cayenne pepper, or use just a dash for flavor.To increase up the heat add more cayenne pepper, along with some hot diced green chilis. Find those in the canned goods aisle at the grocery store.
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I can’t wait for the next cold evening so I can make this crockpot chili! Let me know what you think of this recipe. I’d love to hear your thoughts. Gather your family, serve up piping bowls of crockpot chili and enjoy being together!
