Are you craving a delicious, hearty meal that won't derail your health goals? Look no further! This Weight Watchers Crock Pot Turkey Chili is about to become your new favorite go-to recipe. Packed with lean protein, fiber-rich beans, and bold, mouth-watering flavors, this chili proves that healthy eating can be incredibly satisfying and effortless. Imagine coming home to a warm, aromatic meal that practically cooks itself – no culinary magic required!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the onion, mincing the garlic, and draining and rinsing the black and kidney beans.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground turkey, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook until no pink remains, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the browned turkey to the crock pot, ensuring to drain any excess fat.
- Add the drained black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the crock pot.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the ingredients. Stir thoroughly to combine all components evenly.
- Cover the crock pot and set to low heat setting for 6 hours, allowing flavors to meld and develop.
- After cooking time is complete, stir the chili and taste. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve hot in bowls. Optional: Top with low-fat shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, or chopped cilantro if desired.
Tips
- Brown the Turkey First: Taking the extra few minutes to brown the ground turkey before adding it to the crock pot will enhance the overall flavor and prevent a watery texture.
- Don't Skip the Seasoning: Chili powder and cumin are crucial for developing depth of flavor. Feel free to adjust the amounts to suit your taste preferences.
- Drain Beans Thoroughly: Rinsing and draining the beans helps reduce excess sodium and prevents the chili from becoming too watery.
- Low and Slow is the Way to Go: Cooking on low heat for 6 hours allows the flavors to meld together perfectly and ensures tender, well-developed taste.
- Customize Your Toppings: Keep it light with Greek yogurt, low-fat cheese, or fresh cilantro to add extra flavor without adding too many calories.
- Meal Prep Friendly: This chili freezes beautifully, so make a double batch and portion it out for easy future meals.
- For Extra Heat: Add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like your chili with a kick!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 55mg
