SLOW-COOKER QUINOA CHILI

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This is the recipe that turned my husband into a quinoa lover. I made it the day he got good news on a new job, and we'll always remember how excited we were as we ate this beautiful meal. -Claire Gallam, Alexandria, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h25m

Yield 10 servings (about 3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained
1 can (14 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 teaspoons onion soup mix
1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped avocado, chopped red onion, sliced jalapeno, sour cream and cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. , Transfer mixture to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add next 11 ingredients; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours, until quinoa is tender., Serve with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 805mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Sani Hai
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I'm not sure how I feel about this chili. It looks a little too spicy for me.


Glen Stanford
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes. This chili looks like a good one.


Aisha Garba
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I'm not sure about the quinoa in chili, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Zuchii Wayna
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This chili sounds like the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. I'm definitely going to try it.


Ivan nepali
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I can't wait to try this chili! It looks so delicious and easy to make.


Mitchy Rehema
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This chili is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and flavorful. I love serving it with a side of cornbread.


Louie Thomson
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this chili. The quinoa added a nice texture and flavor.


Kailash Parbat
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I've never made chili in a slow cooker before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The chili turned out great and my family loved it.


Deja Latiker
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This chili is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.


Fikadu Batiri
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a success. It's the perfect meal for a potluck or a party.


Arcenia Lumamba
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This chili is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


77 Fabrizio
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I love the smoky flavor of this chili. The chipotle peppers really give it a nice kick.


MD Ridoy Rr
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This chili is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the quinoa makes it really filling.


master kk0
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I added some chopped sweet potatoes to this chili and it was delicious! It gave it a nice sweetness and extra nutrition.


Pramodkumar Chaudhary
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


blue the lightning wolf
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I love that this chili is so easy to make. I just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.


Blake Cristiano
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This was my first time making chili in a slow cooker and it turned out great! The quinoa made it nice and thick, and the flavors were perfect.


Rustin Munro
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.


Hasan mahadi Shaon
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This chili was a hit with my family! The quinoa added a nice texture and flavor, and the slow cooker made it so easy to prepare.