Healthy Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

Name: Healthy Slow Cooker Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces cage-free boneless chicken breasts, cubed; 8 ounces ground lean turkey; 3/4 cup canned small black beans; 3/4 cup canned great Northern white beans; 4 cups no-sodium/MSG chicken or vegetable broth; 2 cups canned organic low-sodium tomato sauce; 1 cup canned no-sodium stewed tomatoes; 1/4 cup lime juice; 3/4 cup chopped celery; 3/4 cup corn (frozen, canned or fresh); 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 orange bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 fresh jalapeno, minced; 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin

Servings: persons

8 ounces cage-free boneless chicken breasts, cubed
8 ounces ground lean turkey
3/4 cup canned small black beans
3/4 cup canned great Northern white beans
4 cups no-sodium/MSG chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups canned organic low-sodium tomato sauce
1 cup canned no-sodium stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup lime juice
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup corn (frozen, canned or fresh)
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 orange bell pepper, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/2 fresh jalapeno, minced
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin

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Place the chicken and turkey in a large saucepan over medium heat and cook until slightly browned.
2
Add to a 4-quart slow cooker along with the beans, broth, tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, lime juice, celery, corn, bell peppers, jalapeno, onions, cilantro, garlic, chili powder and cumin.
3
You can cook on high for a faster chili that will be ready in 3 hours.
4
Or you cook on low for 6 hours.
5
Set the dial, enjoy your day and come home to a healthy meal.
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This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition.
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The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

827

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces cage-free boneless chicken breasts, cubed, 8 ounces ground lean turkey, 3/4 cup canned small black beans, 3/4 cup canned great Northern white beans, and more.

Yes, Healthy Slow Cooker Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Slow Cooker Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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