I have a chili recipe that I love and my kids love as well -- I just make sure to have oyster crackers for them and they have fun with that. I got this recipe from a magazine a few years ago....
~1lb ground beef (I use a little bit more) or turkey
1 pkt taco seasoning
1 pkt ranch dressing mix
2 cans diced tomatoes
2 cans corn
1 can rotel (tomato/peppers mix)
4 cans of beans (you choose; I usually do 2 black, 1 kidney, 1 garbanzo)
Sour cream & cheddar cheese (optional toppings)
Brown the meat, drain, then add to crock. Sprinkle the packets of seasoning over the meat. Then rinse & drain all beans, add to pot. Add tomatoes and corn without draining. Cook on low 8-10hrs (I think you could even do 6hrs and it would be fine)
We add a little sour cream to our bowl and it is yummy. Left overs can be used in tortillas as burritos, and this also freezes well. (Just beware, if you freeze and have used medium or hot rotel, it gets much hotter after freezing). We live in the same area and I've already made this once! Good luck! Making me want it tonight!