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Best Slow Cooker Turkey Chili Recipe

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4 from 9 reviews

  • Author: Eve
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

This hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker Turkey Chili combines lean ground turkey, savory turkey kielbasa, beans, and a blend of spices slow-cooked to perfection. It’s a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for gatherings or meal prep, delivering rich depth of flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Meat and Protein

  • 2 Pounds Ground Turkey
  • 2 Links Turkey Kielbasa, sliced into rounds

Vegetables

  • 2 Sweet Onions, diced
  • 3 Stalks of Celery, diced
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, diced

Beans

  • 2 (28 Ounce) Cans Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 (16 Ounce) Can Dark Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 Ounce) Can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 Ounce) Can Chili Beans

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 2 Tablespoons Water
  • 3 Tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 2 Teaspoons Cumin
  • 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 Teaspoon White Sugar
  • 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder

Other

  • ½ Cup Tortilla Chips, crushed
  • 2 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, cook the diced onions, celery, and green bell pepper for 7-8 minutes until they are translucent and softened. Once done, transfer them to the slow cooker.
  2. Brown Kielbasa: Using the same skillet, brown turkey kielbasa slices on all sides to develop flavor and texture. After browning, add the kielbasa to the slow cooker.
  3. Prepare and Brown Ground Turkey: Dissolve baking soda in water and pour the mixture over the ground turkey. This step helps tenderize the meat. Brown the turkey thoroughly in the skillet, then add it to the slow cooker.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Spray the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Then add all remaining ingredients, including diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili beans, spices, crushed tortilla chips, and chicken broth. Stir everything well to combine.
  5. Cook the Chili: Cover and cook the chili on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours, allowing all flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.

Notes

  • Ensure to rinse and drain canned beans to reduce sodium content and improve flavor.
  • Sautéing the vegetables and browning the meat before slow cooking enhances the depth of flavor.
  • Using crushed tortilla chips adds a subtle texture and thickening to the chili.
  • Adjust the chili powder amount according to your preferred spice level.
  • This chili freezes well for future meals; allow it to cool completely before freezing.

Find it online: https://everecipes.com/best-slow-cooker-turkey-chili-recipe/