Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
Ingredients
- 1 Tbl. olive oil
- 1 lb. ground turkey (Ground chicken or beef can also be used)
- 1 yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, cored removed and finely chopped
- 1/2 jalapeno, core removed and finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. oregano
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp. cornstarch, mixed with 1 tsp. water
- 1 (15 oz. ) can diced tomatoes, with the juices
- 1 (15 oz. ) can dark kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz. ) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz. ) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2-1 cup chicken stock or water
- Toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, tortilla chip strips, green onions, etc.
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, use the sauté setting and add in the olive oil. Once hot, cook the ground turkey until no longer pink, about 5-7 minnutes.
- Add in the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and Jalapeno. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until tender and translucent.
- stir in the chili powder, red pepper flakes (if using), cayenne pepper (if using), cumin, oregano, dried basil, smoked paprika, and bay leaf. Mix until combined.
- Add in the cornstarch mixture, canned tomatoes, the canned beans, and 1/2 cup of the chicken stock. Carefully stir until well combined.
- Turn on the slow cooker setting. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-24 hours. Add the rest of the chicken stock if needed.
- Serve with your choice of toppings and sides.