Sweet Pork Slow Cooker Chili

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 lbs pork shoulder, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large skillet, brown the pork cubes over medium heat.
2. Transfer the browned pork to a 6-quart slow cooker.
3. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, black beans, kidney beans, corn, tomatoes, chicken broth, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
4. Stir to combine.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and the chili has thickened.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 cup
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 600mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 15g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful pork
• Hearty and filling
• Sweet and slightly spicy
• Perfect for a cold winter day or any occasion

User Comments:

• "This chili is amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making it again."
• "I love that this chili is made in the slow cooker. It's so easy and convenient."
• "The pork is so tender and melts in your mouth. This is the best chili I've ever had."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If desired, you can top the chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro.
• For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans with a fork before adding them to the slow cooker.
• This chili can also be made in a large Dutch oven or pot on the stovetop over medium heat. Cook until the pork is tender and the chili has thickened.