Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb 99% lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red pepper, seeded, stemmed, and chopped
- 1 yellow pepper, chopped
- 30 ounces tomato sauce
- 30 ounces petite diced tomatoes
- 30 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 30 ounces canned red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 16 ounce jar deli-sliced tamed jalapeno peppers, drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Shredded cheese
- Avocado slices
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Brown the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the 99% lean ground turkey and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks to ensure even cooking. Once browned, transfer the cooked turkey into the slow cooker.
- Combine Ingredients: Add diced onion, chopped red and yellow peppers, tomato sauce, petite diced tomatoes, rinsed and drained black beans and kidney beans, drained jalapeno peppers, frozen corn, chili powder, and cumin to the slow cooker. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly. Season with salt and black pepper to your taste.
- Slow Cook the Chili: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook the chili on High for 4 hours, or alternatively on Low for 6 hours. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld and results in a rich, hearty chili.
- Serve with Toppings: Once cooked, serve the chili hot garnished with your choice of optional toppings such as green onions, shredded cheese, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt to add creaminess and freshness.
Notes
- For milder chili, reduce or omit the jalapeno peppers.
- Can be prepared a day ahead; chili tastes even better after resting overnight.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze portions in meal prep containers for up to 3 months.
- To make it spicier, add cayenne pepper or extra jalapenos as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
