Three Pepper Slow Cooker Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Three Pepper Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 2 packages (1.3 Pounds Per Package) Ground Turkey; 2 whole Cubanelle Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped; 1 whole Poblano Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped; 2 whole Green Bell Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped; 1 whole Large White Onion, Chopped; 2 whole Zucchini, Chopped; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed; 3/4 cups Frozen Corn; 2 cans (28 Oz. Ea.) Muir Glen Fire Roasted Tomatoes; 3 Tablespoons Chili Powder; 2 Tablespoons Cumin; 1 Tablespoon Paprika; 1 teaspoon Cinnamon; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
2 packages (1.3 Pounds Per Package) Ground Turkey
2 whole Cubanelle Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped
1 whole Poblano Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped
2 whole Green Bell Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped
1 whole Large White Onion, Chopped
2 whole Zucchini, Chopped
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
3/4 cups Frozen Corn
2 cans (28 Oz. Ea.) Muir Glen Fire Roasted Tomatoes
3 Tablespoons Chili Powder
2 Tablespoons Cumin
1 Tablespoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Salt And Pepper, to taste

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In a large pot heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat.
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Place both packages of the ground turkey into the pot and brown completely.
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Drain the grease off of the cooked turkey, remove turkey from the pot into a bowl and set turkey aside for now.
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Add the other 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot and turn the heat down to medium.
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Add all the chopped peppers and the onion to the pot and let the veggies cook for about 4 minutes until slightly softened.
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Then add the zucchini and garlic cloves and let the mixture cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Add the turkey back to the pot and then add the black beans and frozen corn.
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Add the two cans of roasted tomatoes and all your spices to the pot.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Stir everything so that it is well combined then move the mixture into the pot of your slow cooker.
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Put the lid on your slow cooker and cook the chili on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
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Then serve and enjoy!
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You can serve this with a nice slice of warm cornbread, tortilla chips, diced avocado, shredded cheese or some sour cream.
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Or you can do all of the above!

545

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 2 packages (1.3 Pounds Per Package) Ground Turkey, 2 whole Cubanelle Peppers, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped, 1 whole Poblano Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed Then Chopped, and more.

Yes, Three Pepper Slow Cooker Turkey 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!

Three Pepper Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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