Savory Italian Spiced Chili Delight
This Savory Italian Spiced Chili Delight is the ultimate comfort bowl, bursting with rich flavors and hearty ingredients that will warm your soul. Infused with the authentic taste of Ragú Old World Style Pasta Sauce, this dish combines savory ground Italian sausage with fresh veggies and beans, making it a nutritious option for both families and gatherings. Easy to prepare in a CrockPot, it’s a perfect choice for potlucks or weeknight dinners, ensuring even the pickiest eaters leave the table satisfied and asking for more!
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Servings
300
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ragú® Pasta Sauce
48 ounces (old world style tomato sauce)
Stewed tomatoes
14 1/2 ounces (canned)
Ground Italian sausage
1 lb (browned)
Onion
1/2 cup (chopped)
Garlic
3 tablespoons (minced in extra virgin olive oil)
Rotini pasta
1/2 lb (uncooked)
Black beans
15 ounces (canned, drained)
Green peppers
2 cups (chopped)
Water
48 ounces (plain)
McCormick chili seasoning mix
1 1/4 ounces (packaged)
Feta cheese
1/2 cup (crumbled, to garnish)
Instructions
1
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground Italian sausage for about 15 minutes until fully cooked, then drain the grease.
2
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, sautéing for an additional 3-5 minutes until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
3
Transfer the mixture into the CrockPot.
4
Pour in the jar of Ragú Pasta Sauce and the stewed tomatoes, stirring to combine.
5
Next, add the cooked sausage, onions, and garlic into the CrockPot.
6
Incorporate the black beans, chopped green peppers, and uncooked rotini pasta into the mix.
7
Add the water and sprinkle the McCormick chili seasoning mix on top.
8
Stir everything well to ensure an even blend of ingredients.
9
Cover and cook on medium heat for 1 hour and 30 minutes until the pasta is tender and the flavors meld together beautifully.
10
Serve in bowls, garnished with crumbled feta cheese on top.
11
Enjoy the hearty flavors that fill your home!
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
40g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Italian Spiced Chili Delight?
It is a hearty comfort dish combining Italian sausage, rotini pasta, and black beans in a savory tomato base.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 300 calories per serving in this recipe.
Which brand of pasta sauce is recommended?
The recipe specifically uses 48 ounces of Ragú Old World Style Pasta Sauce.
What type of meat is used in this chili?
The recipe calls for one pound of ground Italian sausage.
How long should I brown the Italian sausage?
The sausage should be browned in a skillet for about 15 minutes until fully cooked.
Do I need to cook the pasta before adding it to the CrockPot?
No, you add half a pound of uncooked rotini pasta directly into the CrockPot.
What type of beans are included in this recipe?
The recipe uses 15 ounces of canned and drained black beans.
What is the recommended garnish?
The chili is garnished with half a cup of crumbled feta cheese.
How much garlic is required?
You will need three tablespoons of garlic minced in extra virgin olive oil.
What setting should the CrockPot be on?
The chili should be cooked on medium heat in the CrockPot.
How long does the chili cook in the slow cooker?
It takes 1 hour and 30 minutes for the pasta to become tender and flavors to meld.
How much water is added to the recipe?
The recipe requires 48 ounces of plain water.
What kind of tomatoes are used?
The recipe calls for 14.5 ounces of canned stewed tomatoes.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving contains 20 grams of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 6 grams of fat in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
Each serving contains 40 grams of carbohydrates.
What seasoning mix gives this dish its chili flavor?
A 1.25-ounce package of McCormick chili seasoning mix is used.
Are there any fresh vegetables in this recipe?
Yes, it includes half a cup of chopped onion and two cups of chopped green peppers.
Should the grease be drained from the sausage?
Yes, you should drain the grease after browning the meat and before adding it to the CrockPot.
How long do you sauté the garlic and onion?
Sauté them for 3 to 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 11 main ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this recipe suitable for a potluck?
Yes, it is described as a perfect choice for potlucks or weeknight dinners.
What is the texture of the pasta when finished?
The pasta should be tender after the 90-minute cooking period.
Is this a spicy dish?
While it contains chili seasoning and Italian sausage, it is described as a savory delight suitable for families.
What size jar of Ragú sauce is needed?
You need 48 ounces of the pasta sauce.
Can I use a different type of bean?
The recipe specifies black beans, but you can likely substitute other beans if preferred.
Is the onion added raw to the slow cooker?
No, the onion is first sautéed in a skillet until translucent.
What is the first step in making this chili?
The first step is browning the ground Italian sausage in a skillet for 15 minutes.
Does the recipe include any cheese?
Yes, it uses crumbled feta cheese as a garnish on top of the bowls.
Is this dish considered a comfort food?
Yes, the description identifies it as the ultimate comfort bowl.