Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
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4.7
Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
Description
This Slow Cooker Turkey Chili recipe starts by browning lean ground turkey for added flavor before combining it with diced onions, red and yellow bell peppers, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes in a slow cooker. Black beans and red kidney beans contribute creamy, hearty texture, while jarred jalapeño slices and frozen corn add mild heat and sweetness. Spices such as chili powder and cumin round out the flavor profile.
Cooking on low or high heat for several hours allows the flavors to meld and ingredients to tenderize fully, resulting in a thick and satisfying chili. The inclusion of multiple bean varieties gives the dish a pleasing bite and depth.
Serve the chili with optional toppings like shredded cheese, green onions, avocado, or sour cream to enhance taste and presentation. This meal suits busy days where slow cooker convenience is preferred and can be adapted by substituting ground chicken or beef as needed.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey 99% lean
- 1 onion diced, medium
- 1 red pepper seeded, stemmed, and chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 30 ounces tomato sauce
- 30 ounces diced tomatoes petite
- 30 ounces black beans rinsed and drained, canned
- 30 ounces red kidney beans rinsed and drained, canned
- 16 ounce jalapeño peppers drained, deli-sliced, tamed, jarred
- 1 cup corn frozen
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- green onions shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream/Greek yogurt, optional toppings
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place turkey in the skillet, and cook until brown. Pour turkey into slow cooker.
- Add the onion, peppers, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beans, jalapeños, corn, chili powder, and cumin. Stir and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on High for 4 hours or low for 6 hours. Serve with toppings, if desired.
Notes
- Use a 6-quart slow cooker for best results and proper cooking volume.
- Ground chicken or beef can be substituted for the turkey depending on preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 321kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 923mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 1355mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 16g | 64% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2238IU | 45% |
| Vitamin C | 60mg | 67% |
| Calcium | 131mg | 13% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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