Description
A hearty and healthy slow cooker chili made with lean ground turkey, protein-packed quinoa, and a blend of flavorful spices. Perfect for a cozy meal that’s easy to prepare and full of nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
Transfer the cooked turkey mixture to the slow cooker.
Add rinsed quinoa, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, and chicken broth to the slow cooker.
Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or on high for 3 hours, until quinoa is tender and chili is thickened.
Stir the chili before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours