Are you looking for an easy, delicious meal that's sure to feed the whole family? Look no further than this slow-cooker turkey chili! This hearty dish is packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights or weekend dinners. Plus, it's made in the slow cooker, so all you need to do is prep the ingredients and let it cook!
This slow-cooker turkey chili recipe calls for simple ingredients that can be found at most grocery stores. You’ll need 1 lb ground turkey, 1 (15 oz) can of black beans, 1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes, 1 (4 oz) can of diced green chilies, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin and ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
Instructions
To begin making your chili mix together the garlic, chili powder, cumin and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Set aside. In a separate skillet over medium heat brown the ground turkey until cooked through. Once cooked transfer to the slow cooker and add in the black beans, tomatoes and diced green chilies. Stir everything together then pour over the spice mixture and stir again until combined. Cover with lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or on high heat for 2 hours stirring occasionally if possible. When finished cooking remove lid from slow cooker and top with desired toppings such as green onions or sour cream before serving.
This dish is great served alone but can also be served over rice for an extra hearty meal. Additionally you could serve this dish over mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash for those following a low carb diet or just looking to switch up their usual side dish routine. The possibilities are endless!
Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili is an easy yet delicious meal that’s sure to please everyone at your dinner table! With minimal effort required this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend dinners when time may not always be on your side but you still want to enjoy a tasty home cooked meal with your family. So why not give it a try today? You won’t regret it!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
- 1 1/2 lb. ground turkey
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 28-oz. can chopped tomatoes
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- Shredded cheddar, for garnish
- sliced green onion, for garnish