Slow-Cooker Leftover Turkey Chili

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
64%
Slow-Cooker Leftover Turkey Chili
540 min.
6
471kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy way to use up your leftover turkey? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Leftover Turkey Chili! Perfect for those chilly evenings, this hearty dish is not only packed with flavor but also incredibly easy to prepare. With a health score of 64, it’s a guilt-free option that the whole family will love.

This chili is a delightful blend of great northern beans, dark red kidney beans, and tender turkey thighs, all simmered together in a savory chicken broth. The addition of Old El chopped green chiles gives it a subtle kick, while the spices like ground cumin and cayenne pepper elevate the flavor profile to new heights. Plus, it’s dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.

What’s more, this recipe is designed for convenience. Simply toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it do the work for you! After a long day, you’ll come home to a warm, comforting meal that’s ready to serve. With each serving clocking in at just 471 calories, you can indulge without the worry. Don’t forget to squeeze some fresh lime juice over your bowl for that extra zing!

Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a satisfying lunch or dinner that’s not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. This Slow-Cooker Leftover Turkey Chili is sure to become a new favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz great northern beans drained canned
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • oz chilis green undrained chopped canned
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  •  lime cut into wedges, if desired
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 15 oz kidney beans dark red drained canned
  • lb turkey thighs skinless
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • cup corn syrup white frozen thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix great northern beans, kidney beans, chiles, onion, garlic, cumin, red pepper and broth.
  2. Place turkey on bean mixture.
  3. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  4. Remove turkey from cooker to cutting board.
  5. Remove meat from bones; discard bones.
  6. Cut turkey into bite-size pieces.
  7. Add turkey and corn to cooker. In small bowl, mix flour and water; stir into turkey mixture. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 20 to 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated and slightly thickened.
  8. Serve individual servings with lime wedges for squeezing juice over chili.

Nutrition Facts

Calories471kcal
Protein35.69%
Fat27.35%
Carbs36.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.71
Glycemic Load
5.41
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
32.203913040783%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
4.8mg
Naringenin
0.38mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
7.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:471.4kcal
23.57%
Fat:14.47g
22.25%
Saturated Fat:4.32g
27.02%
Carbohydrates:44g
14.67%
Net Carbohydrates:33.17g
12.06%
Sugar:3.59g
3.98%
Cholesterol:96.48mg
32.16%
Sodium:1345.67mg
58.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.47g
84.95%
Vitamin B12:6.08µg
101.26%
Selenium:66.18µg
94.55%
Zinc:7.78mg
51.89%
Phosphorus:502.14mg
50.21%
Folate:187.28µg
46.82%
Fiber:10.83g
43.33%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.59%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.16%
Iron:6.93mg
38.51%
Potassium:1084.48mg
30.99%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.43%
Vitamin B6:0.58mg
28.91%
Vitamin B3:5.58mg
27.91%
Magnesium:110.05mg
27.51%
Vitamin C:22.38mg
27.13%
Copper:0.5mg
24.82%
Vitamin B5:1.86mg
18.57%
Calcium:105.4mg
10.54%
Vitamin K:6.26µg
5.96%
Vitamin A:88.53IU
1.77%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.09%