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Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili

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One thing I love about working in an office is being able to bring food in for my team to enjoy.  Maybe it’s because I’m single and live alone, but I tend to bake for office celebrations a little more often than others.  Whether it’s a potluck or someone’s birthday, I always bring something fun to share.

A few weeks back, my office held a Chili Cookoff to welcome the fall season, and I made this chili and a yummy cornbread.

Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
I’m never afraid to try a new recipe on these guys… they’re always willing guinea pigs when it comes to my dishes.  Most times, they’re a winner… but guys, there was this one chili that was SO GOOD, and there is no way I could beat it.  It was loaded with bacon and had meatballs in it too.  So freakin good.  

This slow cooker chili was, however, a finalist in the cookoff… I think the yummy garnishes helped it along to be honest.  I mean, who doesn’t love avocado??

I will tell you, this is the EASIEST chili I’ve ever made.  You put the meat in the crockpot RAW.  Yep, raw.  It looked a little like meatloaf (as you’ll see below), but the end product was REALLY delicious.  My advice:  Don’t skip the avocado.  It’s a total crowd pleaser.

Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili

Serves 8

Adapted from Skinnytaste and PaleOMG

INGREDIENTS

Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake

1 medium white onion, diced

3 cloves minced garlic

1 red bell pepper, diced

3 jalapeños, seeds removed

1 large sweet potato, 14 oz.

1 lb. 93% lean ground turkey

1 lb. 95% lean ground beef

2 tsp. smoked paprika

1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder

2 tsp. dried oregano

2 tsp. kosher salt

1 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes

1 (14 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes

1 cup reduced sodium vegetable broth

chopped scallions, for garnish

8 oz. diced avocado (from 2 small haas)

INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Combine tomatoes, broth, and spices in the crockpot.  Optional:  Add 2 oz. of goat cheese.
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
2.  Add chopped peppers and onions.  Note:  I couldn’t live with out my veggie chopper when it comes to recipes like this. (See Similar Product here) 
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
3.  Add meats raw.  Yes, Do not brown ahead of time.  Save yourself some time.  It will look a little like meatloaf.  Don’t worry…  Stir to combine.
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
4.  Add sweet potato and give it one final stir.  Cook on low for 8 hours.
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
5.  8 hours later, you will have beautiful, beautiful chili like this… break up the meat with a large spoon if clumped together.  Optional:  Add remaining 2 oz. goat cheese and stir to combine.
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake
6.  Serve garnished with scallions and avocado on top.
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chili | No Thanks to Cake

Per 1 Cup Serving + 1 oz. Avocado:

CAL 285; FAT 12g; SAT FAT 0g; CARBS 20g; PROT 25g; FIB 5g; SUG 1g

WW Points+: 7 ; WW Smart Points: 6

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