Crock Pot Black Bean Chili

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey breast or extra lean ground beef
• 1 large onion -- finely chopped
• 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans -- rinsed and drained
• 1 large can (approx 29 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 cups water
• 1 small green pepper diced
• 1 small red pepper diced
• 1 small yellow pepper diced
• 7 oz diced green chilies
• 1 tbs. chili powder
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook ground meat and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer meat to Crock Pot. Add remaining ingredients and stir until combined. Cook on "high" for 4 hours; remove lid and stir quickly halfway through.