One-Pot Chipotle Chili

This hearty chili recipe is perfect for a party, offering a protein-packed, spicy flavor that guests will love. Prepare it the night before, and let the slow cooker do the work while you focus on fun.

Ingredients

Chili Base

• 1 tbsp canola or extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 large chicken sausage link (e.g., Hillshire Farm), cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium green and/or red bell peppers, seeds removed and finely chopped
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 dried bay leaf
• 4 whole chipotle chilies in adobo sauce (adjust to taste for heat level)
• 2 cans (28 oz each) diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• ½ tsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp chili powder (optional, for extra heat)

Optional Toppings

• 6 tbsp nonfat Greek yogurt
• 6 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Ingredients

1. Rinse and drain the black and kidney beans.
2. Finely chop the onion and bell peppers. Slice the chicken sausage into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2: Build the Chili in the Slow Cooker

1. Add the rinsed black beans and kidney beans to the slow cooker.
2. Layer in the chopped onions, bell peppers, and sliced sausage.
3. Sprinkle in the sea salt, cumin, and chili powder (if using). Toss in the dried bay leaf.

Step 3: Add Liquids and Spice

1. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice).
2. Add the chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, adjusting the quantity to your desired spice level.

Step 4: Cook Low and Slow

• Cover the slow cooker. Set to HIGH and cook for 4 hours, or set to LOW and cook for 8 hours (or overnight).

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

1. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
2. Ladle the chili into bowls.
3. Top with a dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt and sprinkle with thinly sliced scallions.

Male Fertility Benefits

• Black and Kidney Beans: Rich in zinc and folate, essential for healthy sperm production.
• Tomatoes: Contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to improved sperm quality.
• Chicken Sausage: A lean protein source to support overall reproductive health.

This chili isn’t just a crowd-pleaser—it’s a fertility-friendly meal packed with nutrients to support male reproductive health.