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Hearty Slow-Cooker Lean Turkey Chili with Fire-Roasted Tomatoes

Thick lean ground turkey chili with kidney beans, black beans, sweet peppers, and chili spices.

The ultimate Sunday slow-cooker meal prep. Lean ground turkey simmered low and slow with kidney beans, fire-roasted crushed tomatoes, bell peppers, and chili spices. Tastes richer on day 4 than on day 1.

⏱PREP TIME15 min
🔥COOK TIME45 min
🍱BATCH YIELD5 Meals
🧊SHELF LIFE5 Days
Hearty Slow-Cooker Lean Turkey Chili with Fire-Roasted Tomatoes
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Recipe Ingredients

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Turkey Chili Ingredients

Step-by-Step Batch Method

6 Chef Steps
  1. 1

    Brown ground turkey in a large pot or skillet for 7 minutes. Drain excess liquid.

  2. 2

    Add diced onion, bell pepper, and chili spices. Sauté for 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add fire-roasted tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and 1 cup broth.

  4. 4

    Simmer on low heat for 35 minutes (or in slow cooker on low for 6 hours).

  5. 5

    Allow to cool slightly, then ladle into five meal prep containers.

  6. 6

    Top with shredded cheddar and green onions.

👨‍🍳 Pro Meal Prep Tips for This Dish

  • Flavor evolution: chili spices harmonize over 48 hours, making day-3 lunch better than Sunday dinner.
  • Freezer champion: freezes perfectly in glass containers or freezer bags for 6 months.
  • Sour cream substitute: top with 2 tbsp of plain Greek yogurt for creamy tang with bonus protein.
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Cook these alongside Hearty Slow-Cooker Lean Turkey Chili with Fire-Roasted Tomatoes to diversify your weekly menu without extra pots: