How to Make Slow Cooker Venison Chili for the Big Game - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the big game approaches, many of us are gearing up to host or attend a watch party with friends and family. And what better way to enjoy the game than with a delicious and hearty bowl of chili? If you're looking to switch things up this year, why not try making a batch of Slow Cooker Venison Chili for the Big Game? This game-day favorite is sure to be a hit with both carnivores and chili enthusiasts alike.

Using venison as the main protein in this chili recipe adds a unique and fla...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless venison steak, cubed
  • 1 pound pork sausage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • hot pepper sauce to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place the venison and sausage in a large skillet and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon as necessary, over medium heat until no longer pink and evenly browned. Drain grease. Stir in the onions and garlic, and cook until aromatic, about 3 minutes. Drain, and mix in the tomato paste. Season to taste with hot pepper sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the cannellini beans and tomatoes into a slow cooker. Stir in the venison mixture. Cover, and cook 8 to 10 hours on Low, or 5 hours on High. Sprinkle each serving with shredded Cheddar cheese.
  • Nutrition

    338 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 87mg
    • Sodium: 1066mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 161mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 605mg