Slow Cooker Bean & Chik'n Chili

Source: http://www.skinnytaste.com/

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 (15.5 oz) can black beans, drained
• 1 (15.5 oz) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 10 oz package frozen corn kernels
• 2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes w/chilies
• 4 oz can chopped green chili peppers, chopped
• 1 packet reduced sodium taco seasoning or homemade (see below)
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 package veggie chik'n strips (not breaded)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

To make your own taco seasoning, omit the packet, cumin and chili powder above and use below instead:

• 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

1. Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker with 1 cup water and mix well.
2. Cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally and adding more water if necessary.
3. Top with fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings!