Pumpkin Bison Slow Cooker Chili (Gluten Free, Grain Free)

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Makes: 8 Servings

Time: 4-8 hours, depending on slow cooker setting 

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 pounds ground bison
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 zucchini chopped into 1 in pieces 
  • 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 14-ounce can pumpkin puree
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2-1 cup chicken stock or bone broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ancho chili powder (if you like it spicy!)
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

For Low and Slow:

  • Set Slow Cooker/Crock Pot on Low
  • Add all ingredients and mix well
  • Cook for 8 hours or until zucchini and onions are well done 
  • Serve with desired toppings: diced avocado, or guacamole, greek yogurt (to replace sour cream), cheese, green onions, etc!

For High Heat with Faster Cook time:

  • Heat a cast iron skillet medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp of oil (walnut or olive oil) and saute the onions, garlic, and zucchini, stirring occasionally, for about 5-10 minutes or until onions start to soften.
  • Add the ground beef. Use a spatula or large spoon to break it up as it cooks. Cook until meat is nearly cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Transfer meat and vegetable mixture to the slow cooker.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir.
  • Set heat to LOW and cook for 4-6 hours.
  • Serve with desired toppings: diced avocado, or guacamole, greek yogurt (to replace sour cream), cheese, green onions, etc!
Carli created WELLNESS BY CARLI to combine her love of real food with her knowledge of functional medicine. These recipes are created to promote healing and vitality while still enjoying every bite!

Carli created WELLNESS BY CARLI to combine her love of real food with her knowledge of functional medicine. These recipes are created to promote healing and vitality while still enjoying every bite!

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