Easy Crockpot Turkey Chili

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This Easy Crockpot Turkey Chili recipe is the epitome of fast, filling and healthy! What combo could be better? Made with lean ground turkey, two types of beans, crushed tomatoes and a delicious homemade chili seasoning blend, this slow cooker chili is packed with comforting flavors your whole family will love!

Prep Time15

Cook Time3

Servings: Servings

Calories: 319kcal

Ingredients

1.25 pounds lean ground turkey
1 yellow onion finely chopped
1 green bell pepper (optional)
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
16 ounce can kidney beans drained
16 ounce can chili beans (not drained)
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Chop the onion and bell pepper. Add to a large skillet and brown with the ground turkey over medium high heat until turkey is cooked and onion and pepper is soft.
Transfer meat to a slow cooker. Add the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans and chili beans to the slow cooker. Top with garlic, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, then stir everything together to combine.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours, then serve warm with your favorite toppings! (see notes for ideas!)

Notes

Time saving cooking method:

You can also make this in the slow cooker without browning the beef, onion and pepper beforehand. To do this:

Place the onion and pepper in the slow cooker with the tomatoes, beans, and spices.
Break the turkey into small pieces and stir into the mixture.
Cook on high for 2.5-3 hours, or low for 3-4 hours.
Once done, stir using the spoon to break the meat apart more as you combine.

This method will only work with LEAN ground turkey. I use 93/7. It is a great time saver, but I do think you get slightly more flavor by browning the meat, onion, and pepper before adding to the crockpot.

Topping options:

sour cream
cilantro
shredded cheddar cheese
sliced jalapeno
diced onion
sliced avocado
tortilla chips

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