Classic Slow Cooker Chili Recipe: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Twist
This Classic Slow Cooker Chili Recipe with a Turkey Bacon Twist is the perfect balance of indulgence and comfort. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Chili
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then crumble.
- In the same skillet, brown the ground turkey until cooked through.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the turkey and cook until softened.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the slow cooker and add beans, tomatoes, spices, and bell peppers.
- Stir well and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Serve hot, topped with crumbled turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños.
- Feel free to adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Classic Slow Cooker Chili, Turkey Bacon Chili, Slow Cooker Recipes