Slow-Cooked Tomatillo Beef & Pork Chili
Experience the robust flavors of our Slow-Cooked Tomatillo Beef & Pork Chili. This hearty dish is packed with tender ground pork and beef, complemented by the tangy brightness of tomatillo salsa and the earthy warmth of spices. It’s a perfect meal for gatherings, easy to prepare in your crock pot, and allows the ingredients to blend beautifully over hours of slow cooking. Serve it with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and a dollop of sour cream to elevate each bowl. Your friends and family will savor every bite of this mouthwatering chili!
6
Servings
333
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
beef broth
1 cup (N/A)
tomatillo salsa
1 cup (N/A)
green pepper
1 large (diced and seeded)
yellow onion
1 large (diced)
garlic cloves
3 (chopped)
cumin
1 teaspoon (N/A)
ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon (N/A)
salt
3/4 teaspoon (N/A)
ground pork
1 lb (N/A)
ground beef
1 lb (N/A)
butter beans
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can (drained and rinsed)
fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (chopped)
scallion
optional (sliced for garnish)
lime wedges
optional (for garnish)
sour cream
optional (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Begin by combining the beef broth, tomatillo salsa, diced green pepper, diced yellow onion, chopped garlic, cumin, ancho chile powder, and salt in the base of your slow cooker.
2
Next, crumble the ground pork and ground beef directly into the pot, mixing everything together gently until evenly combined.
3
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on HIGH for 6 hours or on LOW for 8 hours, allowing the ingredients to meld and the meats to cook tender.
4
After the cooking time is complete, use a spoon to break up any larger pieces of meat and stir well.
5
Finally, fold in the drained and rinsed butter beans and chopped fresh cilantro, mixing until evenly incorporated.
6
Serve each bowl garnished with sliced scallions, lime wedges, and a generous dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Nutrition Information
17g
Fat
25g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slow-Cooked Tomatillo Beef & Pork Chili?
It is a hearty dish featuring tender ground pork and beef, tangy tomatillo salsa, and earthy spices, prepared in a slow cooker.
How many servings does this chili recipe make?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What are the primary meats used in this chili?
The recipe uses 1 lb of ground pork and 1 lb of ground beef.
How long does this chili take to cook on the High setting?
It takes 6 hours to cook on the High setting.
How long does this chili take to cook on the Low setting?
It takes 8 hours to cook on the Low setting.
What kind of salsa is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of tomatillo salsa.
What type of beans are included in the recipe?
The recipe uses one 15 1/2 ounce can of butter beans.
Do I need to brown the meat before adding it to the slow cooker?
No, the instructions state to crumble the ground pork and ground beef directly into the pot.
What are the recommended garnishes for this dish?
Recommended garnishes include sliced scallions, lime wedges, and a dollop of sour cream.
How many calories are in one serving of this chili?
There are approximately 333 calories per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving contains 30g of protein.
What spices are used to season the chili?
The seasoning includes cumin, ancho chile powder, and salt.
When should the fresh cilantro be added?
Fold in the chopped fresh cilantro after the cooking time is complete and the beans have been added.
What type of onion should I use?
The recipe specifies using one large yellow onion, diced.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 3 garlic cloves, chopped.
How should the green pepper be prepared?
One large green pepper should be diced and seeded.
How much beef broth is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of beef broth.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 17g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a single serving?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe considered easy to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe that allows ingredients to blend beautifully over hours of slow cooking.
What is the first step in the cooking process?
The first step is to combine beef broth, tomatillo salsa, green pepper, yellow onion, garlic, and spices in the base of the slow cooker.
What should I do with the meat once it has finished cooking?
Use a spoon to break up any larger pieces of meat and stir the mixture well.
Are the butter beans added at the beginning of the cooking?
No, butter beans are folded in after the meat has finished slow-cooking.
How much cumin is needed for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of cumin.
How much ancho chile powder is required?
You will need 1 teaspoon of ancho chile powder.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 3/4 teaspoon of salt.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 15 ingredients in total, including optional garnishes.
Should the butter beans be rinsed?
Yes, the butter beans should be drained and rinsed before being added to the chili.
What is the benefit of slow cooking this dish?
Slow cooking allows the ingredients to meld and the meats to become tender while creating robust flavors.
Can this chili be served at gatherings?
Yes, it is described as a perfect meal for gatherings.