Slow Cooker Venison Chili

If you have fresh venison stocked in your freezer, this Slow Cooker Venison Chili is the perfect way to cook it. Venison would also be delicious in this Slow Cooker Venison Roast Recipe.

Venison is flavorful and creates a delicious chili recipe that everyone will love. Make this slow cooker recipe for you next game day party or you may want to try Cincinnati Chili Recipe, Crock Pot Chipotle Chili Recipe, or Slow Cooker Brisket Chili.

Why We Love Venison Chili

Chili is my go-to recipe to feed a crowd. It is a great way to use my Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe so you know exactly the spices that you are adding. Using fresh venison to make chili gives it amazing flavor and everyone loved it.

Serve with a side of Best Jiffy Cornbread Recipe topped with melted butter for a complete meal idea.

Ingredients

• Ground Venison – You can use any type of meat. Stew meat is also a delicious variations.
• Onion – See Best Onion Substitute if you are out
• Cloves Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
• Bell Peppers – Diced into small pieces
• Diced Tomatoes – You can also use a can of Rotel
• Kidney Beans and Black Beans – We recommend to drained and rinsed beans before adding to chili mixture
• Chili Powder – Check out The Best Chili Powder Substitute if you are out
• Ground Cumin – See Best Substitute for Cumin if you are out
• Cocoa Powder – The cocoa powder in the seasoning mix adds depth to the flavor without making it taste like chocolate. Don’t skip this ingredient!

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How to Make Venison Chili in the Slow Cooker

Step 1 – In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground venison. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2 – Transfer the browned venison to the slow cooker.

Step 3 – In the same skillet, sauté the onions, garlic, and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Add to the slow cooker.

Step 4 – In a small bowl, mix all the homemade chili seasoning ingredients.

Step 5 – Add the seasoning mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the meat and vegetables.

Step 6 – Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, and tomato paste to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

• Step 7 – Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until meat is tender.
• Step 8 – Serve with your favorite chili toppings and enjoy!  

Expert Tips

• Cooking – We usually cook chili on low, but you can cook on HIGH 3-4 hours instead.
• Thicker Consistency – For a thicker chili, you can add a cornmeal slurry (2 tablespoons cornmeal mixed with ¼ cup water) in the last hour of cooking.
• Ground Venison – Cook ground deer meat in the skillet and make sure to drain excess grease.

Serving Suggestions

This deer chili recipe is delicious served with your favorite toppings. I love to set up a topping bar so everyone can add their chili toppings. Set out small bowls of sour cream, medium onions, diced avocado, green chilies, green onions and shredded cheese.

Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, and slice cheese. I even love to make Frito Chili Wraps with this Venison Chili for a delicious meal.