5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Beer Chili

Prep 5 minutes · Slow Cook 4 hours · Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

1-3/4 pounds ground beef

2 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) chili beans, undrained

2 jars (16 ounces each) tomato salsa or salsa verde

1 bottle (12 ounces) Mexican-style beer such as Corona® Extra

2 medium jalapeño peppers, sliced

Optional garnishes: sour cream, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, thinly sliced radishes, chopped red onions, chopped cilantro


INSTRUCTIONS

In large skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until browned, breaking up beef with side of spoon; drain drippings. Transfer beef to 4 to 5-quart slow cooker; stir in remaining ingredients.


Slow cook on high 4 to 5 hours (low 7 to 8 hours) or until desired consistency.


Serve chili topped with optional garnishes, if desired.


Calories 409, Fat 14g, Saturated Fat 6g, Cholesterol 67mg, Sodium 1702mg, Carbohydrates 35g, Fiber 13g, Protein 27g

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