Ground Turkey Chili Slow Cooker Or Stove Top

This lightened up version subs out the usual red meat in favor of ground turkey, and trust me, it’s just as delicious and satisfying. Today, we’re using our favorite kitchen gadget, the slow cooker, but you can also make this cozy bowl on stovetop. We’ll tell you all… Using ground turkey has become one of our favorite ways to lighten up meals lately. We were initially a little skeptical, but these versions have all turned out just as delicious as the originals. Be sure to check out our Ground Turkey Tacos, Ground Turkey Pasta Bake, and Ground Turkey Stir Fry!

Why We Love this Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

It tastes just as awesome as your traditional chili, but is much healthier. You can customize it. Try it with different beans or add in other veggies. Everyone in the family will relish it, young and old alike. It’s a super easy weeknight dinner. Other than browning meat (which is optional) and chopping a few veggies, it’s a total “just dump it in the crock pot” type of meal.

Healthy Turkey Chili Ingredients

Ground turkey – We used 90% lean. Aromatics – Onion and garlic. Beans – Today we used 2 cans of kidney and 1 can of black. Tomatoes – Diced and tomato paste. Bell peppers – Any colors go great, but this time we used 1/2 red and 1/2 yellow. Beef broth – For added depth of flavor. Spices – Chili powder, cumin and oregano. Jalapeño – For a little kick. Brown sugar – Can be substituted with honey.

How to Make Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

This is about as easy as you can get… First, heat some oil in a skillet and brown the ground turkey, along with the onion. This step is optional, but adds some nice flavor. Add all ingredients into the slow cooker and combine well. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or low for 6-8 hours.

Stovetop Method

Brown the turkey and onion in a large pot or dutch oven. Add in the garlic, jalapeño and spices, and sauté for another minute or two. Mix in all remaining ingredients. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 45 minutes to an hour, uncovered.

How to Serve this Easy Ground Turkey Chili

First and foremost, you’ve gotta add some toppings. Everyone has their favorites, but some top contenders include:

Shredded cheese Diced onions Scallions Sliced jalapeños Diced avocado Sour cream Cilantro Crackers Fritos

A side of cornbread is also a must. Check out our collection of favorite Cornbread Recipes for plenty of options.

Storing Leftover Ground Turkey Chili

You can enjoy this hearty chili for a few days, as it keeps on getting better. Store it in an air tight container up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. This freezes beautifully too, up to 3-4 months. Simply thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat it on the stovetop, adding a dash of water if necessary. Cook up a big batch of this healthy ground turkey chili, and cozy up to a bowl loaded with your favorite toppings. It’s a great fall recipe, but you’ll want to relish it all year long. Pin or bookmark this tasty recipe so you always know where to find it. Be sure to check our other cracking Ground Turkey Recipes on GypsyPlate, and come back again for all the new flavors coming to you…