Best 4 Slow Cooker Eggplant Chili Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and flavorful vegetarian chili that's perfect for a chilly evening meal? If so, you'll love this slow cooker eggplant chili. With its blend of roasted eggplant, bell peppers, onions, and spices, this chili is sure to satisfy. Plus, it's easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CHILI



Slow Cooker Chicken Chili image

This chili is super quick and delicious. The cinnamon and molasses add a touch of earthiness and round out the flavors.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 servings (about 10 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds lean ground chicken
Kosher salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely diced
1/4 cup chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch ground clove
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
One 15-ounce can no-salt-added pinto beans
One 15-ounce can no-salt-added cannellini beans
One 28-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomato
6 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced chipotle in adobo
2 teaspoons molasses
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
4 sliced scallions, for garnish
Lime wedges, for garnish
Reduced fat sour cream, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add half of the ground chicken and 1/2 teaspoon salt, cook, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker insert. Repeat with the remaining chicken using another 1 teaspoon of oil and another 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  • Turn the heat down to medium and add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil to the skillet. Add the garlic and onions, stirring and scraping up any browned bits in the pan, until the onions soften, about 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and clove, and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook the spices. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan. Transfer to the slow cooker, along with the pinto and cannellini beans and their bean liquid, the diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, chipotle, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons salt and some black pepper. Cover and cook on the low setting for 6 hours.
  • Serve with scallions, lime wedges and sour cream, if using.

EGGPLANT CHILI



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This recipe was clipped out of a magazine. A non-traditional version of chili that I thought was delicious. You can adjust the amount of spiciness to your taste. I prefer mine mild to moderately spicy. Add cayenne, red pepper flakes, or hot sauce if you prefer.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h

Yield 2 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large eggplant, peeled and cubed
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
pepper
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained

Steps:

  • Add ground beef, onion, and garlic to a large pot; cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, stirring to crumble up the meat; drain well.
  • Add all the remaining ingredients except the kidney beans.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Cover and lower heat; simmer for 2 hours.
  • Add in kidney beans; stir.
  • Cover and cook 30 minutes; adjust seasoning to taste.

GRANDMA'S SLOW COOKER VEGETARIAN CHILI



Grandma's Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili image

This is a simple crowd pleasing recipe that can sit in a slow cooker until it is time to serve.

Provided by sellitman

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (19 ounce) can black bean soup
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can vegetarian baked beans
1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped tomatoes in puree
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine black bean soup, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, baked beans, tomatoes, corn, onion, bell pepper and celery. Season with garlic, chili powder, parsley, oregano and basil. Cook for at least two hours on High.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 13.2 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 965.9 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

EGGPLANT PARMESAN FOR THE SLOW COOKER



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Eggplant Parmesan recipe for the slow cooker, made in layers with marinara sauce and cheese.

Provided by jboettcher2

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 5h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon salt, or as needed
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed
2 eggs
⅓ cup water
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (32 ounce) jar prepared marinara sauce
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • Place eggplant slices in a large bowl in layers, sprinkling each layer with salt. Let stand for 30 minutes to drain. Rinse and dry on paper towels.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Whisk eggs with water and flour until smooth. Dip eggplant slices in batter and fry in the hot oil until golden brown, working in batches of 2 to 3 slices at a time.
  • Mix seasoned bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Place 1/4 of the eggplant slices into a slow cooker and top with 1/4 of the crumbs, 1/4 of the marinara sauce, and 1/4 of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers three more times.
  • Cover and cook on Low until tender and flavors have blended, 4 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1870.3 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

Tips:

  • For a smoky flavor, roast the eggplant over an open flame or under a broiler before adding it to the chili.
  • To make the chili ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When reheating the chili, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours. Then, reheat it over medium heat on the stovetop or in a microwave until warmed through.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker eggplant chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. The chili can be made ahead of time and reheated, making it a convenient option for busy families. With its smoky flavor and hearty texture, eggplant chili is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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