Male Chauvinist Chili
Submitted by luvpei
Slow cooker chili packed with hot Italian sausage, ground chuck, pinto beans, and chickpeas. Toss it in the crock pot in the morning and come home to a bold, meaty bowl that’s been simmering all day.
YIELD
6 servingsPREP
20 minCOOK
8 hrsREADY
9 hrsThis ain’t no dainty dinner party dish. Male Chauvinist Chili is a big, brawny, slow-cooker powerhouse built on hot Italian sausage and ground chuck.
Bacon gets things started with a salty, smoky base, then the sausage and beef join the party along with pinto beans, chickpeas, jalapenos, and a heap of Roma tomatoes. Toss everything in the crock pot, set it on low, and walk away for 8 to 14 hours.
When you come back, the whole house smells like game day and the chili is thick, rich, and ready to serve.
Pro Tips
- Brown the bacon until truly crisp before adding it to the crock pot; limp bacon disappears into the chili but crispy pieces hold their texture
- Drain the sausage and beef mixture well after browning to keep the chili from getting greasy
- This chili gets even better the next day, so make a big batch and refrigerate the leftovers
Ingredients
Directions
In large skillet, brown bacon pieces until crisp.
Remove from skillet; drain well.
Brown sausage and ground chuck with onions over medium heat; drain and add to crock pot.
Add bacon and remaining ingredients; stir well.
Cover and cook on low setting for 8 to 14 hours.
Taste for seasoning.
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