Quick Slow Cooker Turkey Chili: A Comforting And Easy Recipe

Nothing beats a filling bowl of chilli if you want to warm up on a cold day. This quick turkey chilli made in the slow cooker is a great choice. Putting everything in the slow cooker and letting it do its thing makes it very simple.  

Ingredients for Quick Slow Cooker Turkey Chili 

This simple turkey chilli recipe requires essential ingredients that you might already have in your pantry: 

• One tablespoon vegetable oil: To brown the turkey. 
• One pound ground turkey: A lean protein base for your chilli. 
• Cooking spray: To coat the slow cooker. 
• 2 low sodium (10.75 ounces) tomato soup cans: Provides a rich tomato base. 
• 2 (15 ounces) cans of kidney beans, drained: Adds heartiness and fibre.   
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained: Another layer of texture and protein.    
• ½ medium onion, chopped: Adds flavour and a bit of crunch. 
• 2 tablespoons chilli powder: For that classic chilli taste.    

• ½ tablespoon garlic powder: Enhances the overall flavour.   
• ½ tablespoon ground cumin: Adds warmth and depth.   
• One teaspoon red pepper flake: For a bit of heat.   
• One pinch of ground black pepper: To taste.   
• One pinch of ground allspice: For a subtle, unique flavour.    
• Salt to taste: Adjust as needed. 

Shortcuts for Making Turkey Chili in the Slow Cooker 

This easy turkey soup can be made in a slow cooker by following these steps: 

1. Get the ingredients: Ensure you have everything ready to go. 

2. Cook the Turkey: Put the vegetable oil in a pan and heat it over medium-low heat. After you add the ground turkey, cook it until it’s all cooked. Take out any extra fat. 

3. Get the Slow Cooker Ready: Use cooking spray to coat the inside of your slow cooker so that food doesn’t stick. 

4. Combine the ingredients: Put the cooked turkey, tomato soup, kidney beans, black beans, and chopped onion into the slow cooker. 

5. Season: Add salt, black pepper, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, cumin, chilli powder, and garlic powder. Combine well by stirring. 

Cover the slow cooker and set it to Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours. This will allow the flavours to mix nicely. 

Ideas for Serving 

Once it’s done, please put your favourite sauces and sides on top of your chilli. Feel free to try these ideas: 

• Toppings: On top are cut green onions, shredded Cheddar cheese, crushed corn chips, and sour cream. 
• Sides: For a full meal, serve with warm cornbread, a simple salad, or baked potatoes. 

Suggestions for Making the Best Turkey Chili 

• Brown Turkey: Adding the turkey to the slow cooker gives it more flavour after browning.
•  Change the Spicy: Change the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your taste for heat.
•  Make it Heartier: Add more veggies, like carrots or bell peppers, to make it healthier and give it more texture.

Putting away and Heating Up 

• Refrigerate: You can keep extra turkey chilli in the fridge for up to four days in a container that won’t let air in. 
• Freezing: You can freeze the chilli for up to three months. All you need to do is put the extra food into freezer bags with about an inch of room at the top. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge, then heat it on the stove or microwave. 

This Turkey Chili in a Quick Slow Cooker is great for busy weeknights or when you need a meal that cooks itself. Thanks to its hearty ingredients and intense flavours, it’s sure to become a family favourite. This delicious chilli dish is easy and comforting.