Laura's Quick Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Laura's Quick Slow Cooker Turkey Chili is the perfect solution for a hearty, healthy, and flavor-packed meal with minimal effort. Made with lean ground turkey, a vibrant mix of diced veggies, protein-rich beans, and a medley of warming spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this chili delivers bold, smoky flavors in every bite. The recipe comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker, allowing the rich flavors to develop over hours. With just 15 minutes of prep time and customizable spice levels, it’s a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve this comforting chili with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream, and don’t forget the optional fresh cilantro for a bright, fragrant finish. Perfectly balanced, gluten-free, and packed with protein, this turkey chili is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add to the slow cooker.

Step 4

To the slow cooker, add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, kidney beans, corn, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours, stirring occasionally if possible.

Step 7

Taste before serving and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired. Pair with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or sliced avocado.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3312.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2380.6

Total Fat 80.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g
Cholesterol 337.8mg	0%
Sodium 7095.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 268.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 85.4g	0%
Total Sugars 66.9g
Protein 159.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 776.2mg	0%
Iron 36.6mg	0%
Potassium 6752.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 44.2%