Bison Chili Recipe (Slow Cooker + Dutch Oven)
If you’re searching for a comforting and hearty dish to warm you up, look no further than this Bison Chili Recipe. This flavorful chili is perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings, combining lean bison with a medley of vegetables and spices for a nutritious meal that satisfies. Whether you choose the slow cooker or Dutch oven method, you’ll enjoy rich flavors that develop beautifully as it simmers. Customize it to your taste by adding extra veggies or adjusting the spice level. Serve it hot with your favorite toppings for a delightful dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Slow Cooker/Dutch Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 sweet yellow onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, diced (seeds removed)
- 2 pounds ground bison
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 cans (15oz each) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 can (15oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 pint baby bella mushrooms
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic, diced onion, and jalapeño; cook for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground bison along with salt and pepper. Cook until browned while breaking up the meat.
- Stir in fire-roasted tomatoes, drained beans, mushrooms, and spices. Mix well.
- Cover and simmer for about 2 hours on low heat if using a Dutch oven or set on low in a slow cooker for several hours.
- Taste and adjust seasonings before serving hot with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg