Sweet Baked Bean Chili - My Family Dinner

Sweet Baked Bean Chili

Hannah Stewart

Our Sweet Baked Bean Chili freezer meal is a true game-changer. Imagine savoring the delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors in a chili that's ready to enjoy whenever you need it.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 6

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 757 kcal

Equipment

1 Slow Cooker or Crock Pot
1 gallon freezer bag

Ingredients

1 lb bacon cooked and diced
15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
28 oz baked beans can
28 oz diced tomatoes can
2 cups broth of preference use water if out of broth
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp cumin

Instructions

Freezer Prep Directions

Prepare a gallon freezer bag, labeling according to your preferred method.
Add all ingredients, except baked beans, diced tomatoes, and broth, into a labeled gallon freezer bag.
Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and freeze for up to three months.

Slow Cooker Directions:

Thaw freezer bag in fridge 12-24 hours before cooking.
Dump contents of the freezer bag, plus 28 oz can baked beans, 28 oz can diced tomatoes and 2 cups of broth, to a slow cooker.
Cook on low 6-8 hours.
Stir, serve, and enjoy! Optional: Top with sour cream, cheese, green onions, etc...

Instant Pot Directions

Dump the contents of the freezer bag into the Instant Pot, add 28 oz can baked beans, 28 oz can diced tomatoes and 2 cups of broth.
Set to High Pressure for 30 minutes, then allow a 10-minute natural release followed by a quick release.
Stir, serve, and enjoy! Optional: Top with sour cream, cheese, green onions, etc...

Dietary Adjustments

Make it Gluten-Free:

Ensure your bacon and broth are both gluten-free.

Make it Dairy-Free:

This recipe is naturally dairy-free.

Freezer Labels

Sweet Baked Bean Chili Freezer Meal Printable Label

Notes

Garnish with cheese, sour cream, fresh green onions or peppers!
For a kick add in a little hot sauce to your bowl.
Great dish to serve for a party or family gathering!

Nutrition

Calories: 757kcalCarbohydrates: 141gProtein: 42gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 2349mgPotassium: 1590mgFiber: 38gSugar: 42gCalcium: 247mgIron: 10mg

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