Leftover Turkey Chili Crock Pot Recipes

June 12, 2023 Post a Comment

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Description

Leftover turkey chili crock pot recipes are a great way to use up leftovers from your Thanksgiving feast. This hearty, comforting dish is easy to make and is sure to become a family favorite. It’s full of flavor and packed with protein, fiber and vitamins. Plus, it’s a great way to get your family to eat their leftovers!

Prep Time

This recipe takes about 10 minutes of prep time. You’ll need to chop up the vegetables, measure out the spices and measure out the other ingredients. If you’re using canned beans, you can skip this step. Once everything is prepped, you can toss it all into the crock pot and let it cook for a few hours.

Cook Time

This recipe takes about 3-4 hours to cook in the crock pot. You’ll want to check it after a few hours to make sure it’s cooked through. If it’s not, you can leave it in for another hour or so. You can also adjust the cooking time depending on how thick or thin you prefer your chili.

Ingredients

To make this delicious leftover turkey chili, you’ll need: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, diced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 cups cooked turkey, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 can black beans, 1 can kidney beans, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped.

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, until the onion is softened. Add the turkey and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
2. Transfer the contents of the skillet to the crock pot. Add the tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
3. Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the fresh cilantro and stir to combine.
5. Serve the chili warm and enjoy!

Equipment

To make this recipe, you’ll need a large skillet and a crock pot. You’ll also need measuring spoons and cups, a cutting board and knife, and a stirring spoon.

Notes

If you’re short on time, you can replace the diced tomatoes with a can of crushed tomatoes. You can also substitute the beans for another type of bean, such as pinto beans or white beans. If you’d like to make the chili spicier, feel free to add more cayenne pepper.

Nutrition: Per Serving

This recipe makes 8 servings. Each serving is about 1 cup and contains approximately: 199 calories, 7g fat, 25g carbohydrates, 7g fiber, 16g protein, and 564mg sodium.

Recipe Tips

If you’d like to make this recipe a bit more filling, you can add a can of drained and rinsed chickpeas or 1 cup of cooked quinoa. You can also add a can of green chilies if you like your chili a bit spicier. For an extra boost of flavor, you can add a tablespoon of minced chipotle chilies in adobo sauce. To make it a bit creamier, add a half cup of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this chili with a side of cornbread, tortilla chips, or a green salad. You can also top it with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, diced avocado, chopped onions, or diced jalapenos. Enjoy!