slow cooker turkey chili
Nothing regionally "authentic" about this, but it's how we like it. :) Substitute canned black beans for a change of taste, or use 1 can each of kidney and black beans. Adjust "heat" to your tastes by adding or subtracting red chili pepper flakes.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
6 Hr
method
Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds ground turkey (dark meat-breast is too dry)
- 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cans (15 oz. each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (29 oz.) tomato sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/3 cup mild chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 large dried new mexico chile, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (or to taste)
How To Make slow cooker turkey chili
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Step 1Heat 1 tbs. oil in skillet. Saute onions and garlic until soft, and slightly browned. Put into Slow Cooker.
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Step 2Heat remaining oil and brown ground turkey (I use ground dark meat, not as dry as breast meat when cooked). Put meat into Slow Cooker.
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Step 3Add remaining ingredients to Slow Cooker and stir together. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours.
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Step 4Serve in large bowls, with cornbread on side. Optional toppings at table: Diced red or sweet yellow onion. Shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese. Sour cream.
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