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Slow Cooker Turkey Chili | A Nerd Cooks
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Crock Pot Turkey Chili

There's nothing better than coming home after a long, chilly day to a slow cooker full of delicious turkey chili.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 hours
Total Time5 hours 15 minutes
Course: Crock Pot
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 418kcal
Author: Lauren Pacek

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper any color, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 15 oz can of kidney beans drained
  • 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes
  • 6 oz tomato paste

Garnishes (optional)

  • sour cream
  • shredded cheese
  • chives or green onions minced
  • avocado diced
  • tortilla chips crumbled

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, cook the turkey until browned, crumbling it as you cook.
  • Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, and spices. Stir to combine, and cook for 5-7 minutes more, or until the onions begin to soften.
  • Place the turkey mixture in the bottom of a 4 qt. slow cooker. Add the beans, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir to combine
  • Put the lid on the slow cooker, and cook for 4-5 hours on low. 
  • Ladle the chili into bowls and top with whatever garnishes you desire.