Smokey Crock-pot Venison Chili Recipe

Name: Smokey Crock-pot Venison Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb venison shank steaks; 2 lb venison - ground; 3/4 lb Bratwurst; 12 medium tomatoes or 2- 28 oz whole peeled cans; 1 can Red Beans 15.5 oz can; 1 can Navy Beans 15.5 oz can; 1 can Whole Kernel Corn 15.25 oz can; 2 large Red Bell Peppers; 1 large Yellow Bell Pepper; 1 large Orange Bell Pepper; 2 packages Sazon Goya Seasoning; 3 tbsp Chili Powder; 1 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin; 2 tsp Ground Smoked Paprika; 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce; 3 dash Tobasco; 1 can Tomato Paste 6 oz can; 12 Jalapenos (optional); 2 Ghost Peppers (very optional); 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Servings: persons

1 lb venison shank steaks
2 lb venison - ground
3/4 lb Bratwurst
12 medium tomatoes or 2- 28 oz whole peeled cans
1 can Red Beans 15.5 oz can
1 can Navy Beans 15.5 oz can
1 can Whole Kernel Corn 15.25 oz can
2 large Red Bell Peppers
1 large Yellow Bell Pepper
1 large Orange Bell Pepper
2 packages Sazon Goya Seasoning
3 tbsp Chili Powder
1 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
2 tsp Ground Smoked Paprika
2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
3 dash Tobasco
1 can Tomato Paste 6 oz can
12 Jalapenos (optional)
2 Ghost Peppers (very optional)
2 tbsp Olive Oil

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["Using a large frying pan, sautee the steaks and brats on medium heat.", "If useing garden tomatoes.", "Preheat oven to 350.", "Cut tomatoes in half and place them cut side down onto oiled cookie sheet.", "Drizzle oil onto tomatoes and sprinkle with salt.", "Roast in oven for 20 minutes.", "Remove steaks at medium doneness leaving the brats and juices.", "Sautee the ground venison until medium.", "Cut steaks into 1/2"" pieces and put into crockpot.", "Add ground venison and all the cooking juices.", "(Venison is very lean so it is juices not fat).", "Leave alone for 10 minutes so the meat reassorbs the juices.", "Sautee brats longer until slightly charred.", "Then slice into 1/2"" pieces and add to crockpot", "Take tomatoes out of oven.", "Using two forks, so you don't burn yourself, peel skin off and discard.", "Pour all juices and tomatoes into crockpot.", "Chop the peppers into 1/2"" pieces and put into crockpot.", "Drain beans and corn and put them into crockpot.", "Add remaining ingredients except paste and stir till combined.", "Heat on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.", "I enjoy this chili over a slice of corn bread.", "After halfway cooking you can add paste if chili is too thin.", "Also can add jalapenos and/or your favorite hot sauce to heat things up."]

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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.

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

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb venison shank steaks, 2 lb venison - ground, 3/4 lb Bratwurst, 12 medium tomatoes or 2- 28 oz whole peeled cans, and more.

Yes, Smokey Crock-pot Venison 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.

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Smokey Crock-pot Venison Chili

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