Crockpot Chili Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian pork sausage (see the notes)
• 1 lb ground chicken (breast or thigh)
• 1 large onion (finely minced)
• 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
• 6 cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 2 Parmesan rinds (optional)
• 2 cans (14 oz each can) diced tomatoes
• 1 can 14 oz kidney beans
• 1 can 14 oz white beans
• 6 oz tomato paste
• 32 oz chicken broth
• 4 tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tsp Tuscan seasoning
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 2 tsp cocoa powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Sharp Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 8 tbsp sour cream (for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet and on a medium heat.* (See the notes)

2. 2

   Add Italian pork sausage and ground chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the big chunks with a fork until the liquid evaporates and meat is thoroughly cooked and slightly brown, about 10-15 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer cooked meat into a bowl of slow cooker and add all remaining ingredients except cheese and sour cream.** (See the notes)

4. 4

   Cover with a lid and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.

5. 5

   Serve with a dollop of sour cream and both type of cheese.