In this house, we love taco flavors. And we love chili. So it only makes sense to try a recipe that puts both together - Taco Chili!
In this case, the word taco refers to the flavors of Tex-Mex seasoning. And what wonderful flavors they are! Chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic and oregano, to name a few. And the fact that chili powder is one of the ingredients makes it super logical for chili! Add a packet of the seasoning to your chili or add a quantity to your liking.
For another flavor burst, try a packet of ranch seasoning. I use Fiesta Ranch dressing, but regular ranch also works.
How to make this taco flavored chili
Other than the seasoning packets, the ingredients are what you might expect. Start with ground beef and onion, brown them together in a skillet. There are 3 different types of canned beans, rinse and drain them, then transfer the beans and meat to a slow cooker. You can also add the frozen corn at this step, no need to thaw it first.
The tomato "sauce" consists of a can of diced tomatoes with green chilis, a can of tomato sauce. Then, 2 cans of diced tomatoes that are first pureed with a can of green chilis. This creates a combination of smooth and chunky in the liquid, which is just how I like my chili 😀.
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Add seasoning packets and mix everything together in the slow cooker.
Slow cook on low for 6-8 hours until the flavors are well blended. I have found 6 hours to be plenty with my Crockpot; the chili is hot, bubbly, and ready to enjoy!
This makes a very hearty, satisfying chili, which is wonderful with your favorite toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, tortilla and/or corn chips. Yum!
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Taco Chili
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 can black beans 15 oz
- 1 can kidney beans 15 oz
- 1 can pinto beans 15 oz
- 1 ½ cup corn frozen
- 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilis undrained (10 oz, like Rotel)
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1 envelope Fiesta Ranch dressing (or dip) mix regular Ranch also works
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 4 oz can chopped green chilis undrained
- 2 cans diced tomatoes undrained (14 oz each)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble the beef over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is translucent. Transfer to a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker.1 ½ pounds ground beef, 1 small onion
- Rinse and drain the beans and add to the slow cooker.1 can black beans, 1 can kidney beans, 1 can pinto beans
- Add all other ingredients except for the 2 cans of diced tomatoes and the can of green chilis.1 ½ cup corn, 8 oz tomato sauce, 1 envelope Fiesta Ranch dressing (or dip) mix, 1 envelope taco seasoning, ½ teaspoon pepper, 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilis
- In a blender or food processor, puree the diced tomatoes with the small can of chopped chilis until smooth; add to slow cooker.4 oz can chopped green chilis, 2 cans diced tomatoes
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Serve with toppings as desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Courtney
Quick question. I got all the ingredients to make everything. Do I drain the green chilies or no? I wasn’t sure.
Sula
Undrained, like the other cans. But if you've already drained them I don't think it will make a huge difference. 🙂
Jen Towkaniuk
This looks so good and got me wondering why I've never put Fritos on my chili! I always top with cheese and sometimes sour cream, but I never even considered corn chips! Trying this recipe for the family this weekend.
Sula
Fritos = always a good idea!
Kay
Yummy! This my kinda of comfort food! We love a good mexican dish with plenty of chilli!
Sula
Me too!
LaTersa Denise
Wow as much as I love chili I have never thought of this chili and tacos 🌮
Sula
It’s a unique combo for sure!
Big Trouble
Mmmm, this looks SOOO good! Can't wait to try it! :). Hope you're staying safe right now, Sula!
Sula
Every day is a new adventure!