Picky Eater's Taco Chili Recipe

Name: Picky Eater's Taco Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (10 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup; 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning; 1 pinch pepper; 1 pinch oregano; 1 pinch curry; 2 pinches celery salt; 2 pinches cumin; ½ teaspoon garlic, ground; ½ teaspoon parsley, ground; 1 -2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 -2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 -2 teaspoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons onions, minced; 1 teaspoon dried chives; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; ½ cup cherry cola; 50 slices pepperoni, chopped finely; 1 lb ground beef; 12 lb mild sausage

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (10 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch oregano
1 pinch curry
2 pinches celery salt
2 pinches cumin
½ teaspoon garlic, ground
½ teaspoon parsley, ground
1 -2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 -2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons onions, minced
1 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
½ cup cherry cola
50 slices pepperoni, chopped finely
1 lb ground beef
12 lb mild sausage

1
Mix all the ingredients EXCEPT the meat in the crock pot.
2
Taste test to confirm your liking.
3
While preparing your sauce, cook the pepperoni, ground beef, and sausage until done.
4
I highly recommend adding some additional ground cayenne, crushed red pepper, minced onion, and minced garlic to the meat while cooking.
5
When done, drain and add meat to the sauce.
6
Stir well.
7
Cook on low about 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
8
Serve with tortilla chips, add sour cream to it with tortilla shells or add some other side item to really bring out the flavor in this dish.
9
Have fun with it and don't be afraid to add more or less seasoning if needed!

803

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 1 (10 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup, 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning, and more.

Yes, Picky Eater's Taco Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Picky Eater's Taco Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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