Description
A healthy and flavorful low calorie chili made easy in the slow cooker. Packed with lean ground turkey, beans, and vegetables, this chili is perfect for a comforting meal without the extra calories.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, no salt added
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, no salt added
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground turkey until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet with the turkey. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Transfer the cooked turkey and vegetable mixture to the slow cooker.
Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato sauce, and chicken broth to the slow cooker.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours.
After 6 hours, stir the chili and taste to adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot. Optionally garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours