SC Turkey Chili

slow cooker

Prep: 10 min 

Cook: 25 min 

Makes: 5 servings

Calories: 399 g/serv

  • Protein: 35g, (35%)
  • Carb: 40g, (47%)
  • Fat: 11g, (25%)

Ingredients 

  • 1 lbs ground turkey 
  • 4 large carrot, diced
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 Tbs tomato paste
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 (16-oz) jar of salsa 
  • 1 (15-oz) can of black beans
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Optional garnish (not included in nutrition counts): green onions and avocado

Instructions 

  1. Add turkey to the slow cooker. Then, add carrots, zucchini, red onion, garlic, bell peppers, jalapeños, tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and oregano.
  2. Use a wooden spoon to stir it all up, making sure it is well mixed and the turkey is broken up.
  3. Add the jar of salsa and chicken broth.
  4. Stir again to combine.
  5. Set slow cooker on low for 5 to 6 hours of until turkey is cooked through.
  6. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.