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Bowl of Slow Cooker 3 Bean Turkey Chili topped with fresh cilantro and red onion, served on a light wooden surface.

Slow Cooker 3 Bean Turkey Chili

This Slow Cooker 3 Bean Turkey Chili is a time-saving, delicious meal packed with protein-rich beans and lean turkey. It's the perfect easy 3-bean turkey chili recipe for busy weeknights and is freezer-friendly for future enjoyment!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.3 lb (20 oz) 99% lean ground turkey breast
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 (16 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (4.5 oz) can chopped chilies
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 (15.5 oz) can black beans, drained
  • 1 (15.5 oz) can small red beans, drained
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion for topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro for topping
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, avocado, sour cream, etc.

Method
 

  1. Brown the turkey: In a medium skillet, cook the ground turkey and chopped onion over medium-high heat until the turkey is browned and cooked through.
  2. Combine ingredients: Transfer the turkey and onion to your slow cooker. Add the beans, chilies, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, and cumin. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
  3. Set it and cook: Choose your cooking setting: on high for 6–8 hours or on low for 10–12 hours. Walk away and let the slow cooker work its magic.
  4. Serve and garnish: Ladle the chili into bowls, and top with red onion, cilantro, and your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar or avocado. Serve warm!

Notes

Optional recipe notes or tips.