Coach Tom’s Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Ingredients

• 2 lb lean ground turkey

• 1 can chickpeas, drained

• ½ can light kidney beans, drained

• ½ can dark kidney beans, drained

• 1 large onion, diced

• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)

• 1 can diced tomatoes (14–15 oz)

• 1 small can tomato paste (6 oz)

• 2 large carrots, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

• 1 orange bell pepper, chopped

• 2 cups chicken stock (low sodium)

• 1 Tbsp minced garlic

Seasonings

• 2 Tbsp chili powder

• 1 tsp chipotle powder

• 1 tsp cumin

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp white pepper

• 1 tsp salt

Optional:

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker (no browning required).

2. Stir to combine.

3. Cook on low for ~8 hours.

4. Stir before serving.

Nutrition focus:

High-protein, high-fiber, vegetable-rich meal that supports satiety, blood sugar control, and overall balanced nutrition.

Estimated Nutrition (per serving, 8 servings)

Per serving

Calories ~390 kcal

Protein ~36 g

Carbohydrates ~22 g

Fat ~16 g

Fiber ~6 g

Estimated Cost Breakdown

Approx grocery prices (NJ average store brand)

Ingredient Cost

2 lb turkey $10

Beans + chickpeas $3

Onion $1

Tomatoes + paste $5

Carrots $1

Celery $1

Bell peppers (3) $4

Chicken stock $2

Garlic + spices $1

Total ~$28

Cost per serving (8 servings)

≈ $3.50 per serving