Turkey and bean chili is easy to make, especially if a slow cooker is involved. This easy recipe for chili features lean ground turkey slowly simmered with tangy tomatoes and fiber-filled beans. Set this to cook overnight for eight hours, and you can ladle a warm lunch to-go the next morning.
Slow Cooker Turkey & Bean Chili Ingredients Directions In a large nonstick skillet, add the oil, ground turkey and onion. Cook until meat is no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to (4-quart) slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients: tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, dried oregano and cumin. Cover and cook on low for eight hours or until heated through. Season with salt, to taste, and serve with optional toppings if desired. Nutrition Information Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups chili + 1 ounce baked tortilla chips Per serving: Calories: 428; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 54mg; Sodium: 377mg; Carbohydrate: 46g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 25g Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 800mg; Iron: 26%; Vitamin A: 32%; Vitamin C: 37%; Calcium: 6% Energizing Tips (optional) Photo Credit: Demi Tsasis
