Slow Cooker Turkey Chili: Hearty 1-Pot Comfort
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A healthy and hearty slow cooker turkey chili recipe. This comforting soup is lighter than traditional beef chili, perfect for a satisfying meal.
- Author: Clara Alena
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-8 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes - 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1.5 pounds lean ground turkey
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies), undrained
- 1 can (4 ounces) green chilies, undrained
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- Add the ground turkey to your slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion and bell peppers.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, Rotel, and green chilies.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the turkey is cooked through and the flavors have melded.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
Notes
- Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
- This chili freezes well for future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: Approximately 350-400
- Sugar: Approximately 8-10g
- Sodium: Approximately 600-800mg (can vary based on canned goods)
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 8-11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 40-50g
- Fiber: Approximately 10-15g
- Protein: Approximately 30-35g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 60-70mg