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Healthy Crockpot Turkey Chili

Lean ground turkey, tomatoes, beans, and warm spices simmer low and slow into a thick, high-protein chili. Dump-and-go friendly, freezer-ready, and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings (about 10 cups)
Course: Dinner, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  • 2 lb lean ground turkey (93%)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if browning)
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 14.5 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 15 oz kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels (optional)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 1/2 tbsp chili powder (mild)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8–1/4 tsp cayenne or chipotle powder (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Plain Greek yogurt, to serve (optional)
  • diced avocado, to serve (optional)
  • shredded cheddar, to serve (optional)
  • tortilla chips, to serve (optional)
  • lime wedges, to serve (optional)

Equipment

  • 5–6 qt slow cooker
  • skillet (optional, for browning)
  • meat thermometer

Method

  • Heat oil in a skillet; brown turkey with a pinch of salt, breaking into crumbles. Transfer to a 5–6 qt slow cooker.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, beans, corn, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.
  • Cover and cook on Low 6–8 hours or High 3–4 hours, until bubbling and turkey reads 165°F.
  • Stir in lime juice. Adjust seasoning. For thicker chili, cook uncovered 20–30 minutes.
  • Serve with toppings like yogurt, avocado, cheddar, tortilla chips, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 980mgFiber: 9gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2200IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 4mg

Notes

No-bean: replace beans with 3 cups diced veggies (zucchini, cauliflower rice, mushrooms). Lower sodium: use no-salt tomatoes and season at the end. Meal prep: cool fully before portioning; label and freeze up to 3 months. Instant Pot: Sauté turkey and veggies, then pressure cook 10 minutes, natural release 10. Stovetop: Simmer 35–45 minutes, finish with lime.
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