Delish editors handpick every product we easy crockpot chili. We may earn commission from the links on this page. This turkey chili is both comforting and healthy.
So grab your slow cooker and cozy on up. Do I have to to cook it on the stove first? Technically you don’t have to, but we highly recommend it. It will give your chili more flavor and who doesn’t want more flavor? Stopping just before the turkey is cooked all the way through will keep it from being too dry after stewing for 4 hours.
Can I make a thicker chili in a slow cooker? If the chili isn’t as thick as you would like, take the lid off and leave it on high for the last 30 minutes to an hour. It will thicken up a bit more. You can also use a potato masher to mash some of the beans for a thicker chili as well. Turkey is nice and lean and sometimes we need a leaner protein in our diets because, well, brownies. Let us know how it came out in the comments below! Editor’s Note: This page was updated on September 24, 2021 to include a video.
This ingredient shopping module is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content on their web site. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion and pepper and cook until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in garlic and tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Transfer mixture to a slow cooker. To the slow cooker, add tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin and oregano. Cook on high for 4 hours, until chili has thickened. Check for seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste.