Crockpot Turkey Chili with Black Beans
A fuss-free, healthy turkey chili cooked in a slow cooker, loaded with vegetables and beans, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey Use whatever's on sale
- 1 big onion, diced Red or yellow
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Can use jarred garlic for speed
- 2 medium bell peppers, diced Mix colors for variety
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Or kidney beans if desired
- 1 can diced tomatoes Fire-roasted for extra flavor
- 1 small can tomato paste
- 1 cup corn Optional, adds sweetness
- to taste chili powder
- to taste cumin
- to taste smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1-2 cups chicken broth Adjust for desired thickness
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the turkey in a skillet first, or break it up in the crockpot if you prefer not to brown it.
- Add the onions, garlic, peppers, beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, corn, and all seasonings to the slow cooker.
- Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients and stir well.
- Cover with the lid.
Cooking
- Set the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Avoid peeking too much during cooking.
- When ready, lift the lid, stir the chili, and serve.
Notes
Chili tastes better the next day. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for long-term storage. Reheat on the stove or microwave, adding broth if thickened.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g
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