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Crockpot Turkey Chili

Creamy crockpot turkey chili with beans in a rustic wooden bowl.
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A delicious and filling slow cooker chili that is surprisingly light and bright. Made with lean ground turkey, beans, and vegetables, it’s a cost-effective, hands-off meal perfect for any season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey (93/7)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn kernels, drained
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the browned turkey to a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
  2. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker.
  3. To the slow cooker, add the black beans, kidney beans, corn, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
  4. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper over the top. Gently stir everything to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 hours.
  6. Before serving, give the chili a final stir and taste. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

Browning the turkey first is recommended for deeper flavor. For a vegetarian version, use a plant-based ground crumble or extra beans. Do not add dairy toppings like cheese or sour cream to the main pot before storing, as it can cause separation. The chili freezes well for up to 3 months.

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