Warm up your day with this hearty, healthy, and easy-to-make Slow Cooker Turkey Chili! 🌶️🍲 Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner. Follow for more recipes!
Ingredients
• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Brown the Turkey (Optional but Recommended):
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
• Transfer the cooked turkey to the slow cooker.
2. Sauté the Vegetables (Optional but Adds More Flavor):
• In the same skillet, add diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
• Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.
3. Combine Everything in the Slow Cooker:
• Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the turkey and vegetables.
• Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and broth.
4. Slow Cook:
• Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
5. Final Touches:
• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
• If the chili is too thick, add a little more broth. If it’s too thin, let it cook uncovered for 20–30 minutes on HIGH.
6. Serve:
• Enjoy with toppings like Greek yogurt, cilantro, or reduced-fat cheese!
Per Serving Breakdown (Based on 6 Servings)
• Calories: ~225 kcal
• Protein: ~22g
• Carbohydrates: ~24g
• Fat: ~5g
• Fiber: ~6g
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