Crocktober Day 19: High-Protein, Low-Calorie Turkey Chili | Healthy Slow Cooker Fall Dinner

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are higher in fiber, and pinto beans are usually less expensive.

In a slow cooker, add olive oil, chopped bell peppers, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

Add ground turkey to the slow cooker.

Mix in kidney beans, black or pinto beans, and crushed tomatoes.

Season with salt, black pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and cayenne.

Stir everything together and cover the slow cooker.

Cook on low for several hours until the turkey is cooked through and flavors meld.

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