Italian Chili
Italian flavors combine with this classic comfort food for a simple slow cooker meal that is sure to make everyone happy!
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cup diced sweet bell pepper any color (1 large)
- 1 ⅓ cup diced onion 1 medium
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 28 ounce Italian diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cup tomato juice
- 1 cup diced celery
- 15 ounces kidney beans rinsed
- 15 ounces Cannellini beans rinsed
- 1/2-1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 cup diced zucchini 1 small
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Add a tablespoon of olive oil to a pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add onions, peppers, oregano, and basil.
- Cook until just softened, about 7 minutes.
- Add Italian sausage. Cook until browned. Drain as necessary.
- Combine the sausage mixture with the remaining ingredients in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Serve up with some crusty bread and top with some shaved Parmesan.