Created on October 23rd, 2025 at 06:36 pm
Hearty, healthy, and unbelievably satisfying
When the leaves start turning and daylight starts ghosting you at 4 PM, there’s only one reliable companion: a big bowl of warm chili. This Slow Cooker Turkey Chili is everything your fall food dreams are made of—simple ingredients, big flavor, and zero stress. Just toss it in the slow cooker, ignore it for a few hours, and come back to something that tastes like you’ve been simmering love and effort all day (but actually didn’t). Whether you’re meal prepping, feeding a crew, or just trying to survive a Thursday, this one’s got you covered.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’re busy. You’re cold. You want chili that actually tastes like something. This turkey chili is loaded with tender meat, hearty beans, and bold spices—all in a rich, slow-simmered tomato base. It’s lighter than beef chili but still ridiculously filling. Oh, and did we mention the leftovers taste even better the next day? That’s right, lazy meal planners rejoice.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (slow cooker)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 6
📝 Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. neutral oil
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 1/2 lb. ground turkey
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 (28-oz.) can chopped tomatoes
- 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- Shredded cheddar, for garnish
- Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Mixing bowls
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Slow cooker
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook ~4 min until soft.
- Brown the meat: Add turkey. Stir occasionally until golden (not fully cooked is fine). Season with salt & pepper.
- Build flavor: Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook ~2 min until fragrant.
- Slow cook: Transfer mixture to your slow cooker. Add tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, broth, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
- Let it go: Cook on HIGH for 4 hours, uncovered, until it thickens and smells like fall dreams.
- Garnish & serve: Top with cheddar and green onions, if you’re feeling fancy. 🧀🌿
💡 Pro Tips
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge for 4 days. Freezes beautifully.
- Substitutions: Swap turkey for ground chicken if you’re out.
- Meal prep win: Portion into containers for effortless weekday lunches.
- Serving idea: Pair with cornbread or a hunk of crusty bread. It deserves it.
🍁 Warm, Simple, and Just What Fall Ordered
This Slow Cooker Turkey Chili is that one recipe you’ll come back to all season long. It’s bold, comforting, and doesn’t require babysitting. Whether you’re cooking for a group or just feeding your cold, tired self, this bowl delivers reliable satisfaction with minimal effort. So throw everything in, forget it for a bit, and come back to something that makes you feel like you tried today. (You did.)
📊 Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 plate | 420 | 18g | 35g | 22g | 4g | 6g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
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