Slow Cooker Southwest Beef Stew

By CandyH

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend
• 1-1/2 cups cooked rice
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 11
Preparation time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

•In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

• Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, black beans, broth, tomatoes, garlic powder and seasoning blend. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until heated through.

• Stir in rice; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with cheese. Yield: 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).