This Slow Cooker Turkey Chili is hearty, satisfying, and so easy to make! It’s a fuss-free meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. Made with lean ground turkey, a medley of beans, fresh vegetables, and pantry seasonings, this tasty chili is sure to be a winner!
The best part about this chili recipe is that it’s made in a slow cooker, so you can set it to cook and walk away. No standing and stirring. You can go shopping while it cooks. Or watch a movie. Or work out. Or do nothing. Hey, whatever makes you happy. 🙂
It’s great for crisp fall days, chilly winter nights, game day get-togethers, potlucks, or whenever your chili craving strikes!
For another slow cooker chili recipe, check out this Ground Pork Chili.
Assembling the Chili
Start by browning the turkey in a skillet. While the turkey is browning, add the veggies and beans to the slow cooker.
Next, add the crushed tomatoes. When the meat is done, drain and add it to the slow cooker. Then, add all of the seasonings. Give it a good stir to incorporate everything.
Cook on high for 5-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.
Serving Suggestions
The options are endless when it comes to chili toppings: shredded cheese, scallions, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, jalapeno are just some ideas.
You can enjoy a bowl on its own or over white or brown rice for a more filling meal.
Pair your chili with tortilla chips, cornbread, or try these jalapeno cheese biscuits or low-carb cheddar biscuits.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerator: Keep any leftover chili in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. The flavors deepen over time, making it even more delicious the next day!
Freezer: Allow the chili to cool completely, then divide it into freezer-safe containers or resealable bags. Freeze for up to 3 months, and when ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Reheating: Warm the chili in a saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fully heated. For a quicker option, microwave individual portions in a microwave-safe bowl in 1-2 minute intervals, stirring between each interval.
Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey 93% lean
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 15-ounce cans dark red kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 15-ounce can pinto beans drained and rinsed
- 5 large carrots cut into coins
- 5 celery stalks chopped
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
- 2 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes in a thick puree
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add ground turkey and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook turkey until browned, crumbling the meat as it cooks with a spoon or spatula.
- While meat is cooking, add beans, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, jalapeno and crushed tomatoes to your slow cooker.
- When turkey is done, drain any excess liquid and add meat to the slow cooker.
- Add parsley, chili powder, cumin and cayenne pepper to the slow cooker.
- Stir to combine ingredients.
- Cook on high setting for 5-6 hours or low setting for 8-10 hours.
Nutrition
The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator. Accuracy is not guaranteed.