Best Slow Cooker Turkey Quinoa Chili With Sweet Potatoes And Black Beans Recipes

SLOW COOKER VEGAN SWEET POTATO QUINOA CHILI

Slow Cooker Vegan Sweet Potato Quinoa Chili image

An unbelievably easy, protein-rich, and hearty chili to warm up the coldest of winter nights. Just dump the ingredients in the Crock Pot and come home to dinner!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed well in cool water)
3 cups cooked black beans (about 2 [15-ounce] cans, drained)
2 cups vegetable broth
2 14-ounce cans diced tomatoes
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced*)
2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Additional salt and pepper to taste
Cilantro
If not vegan
Chopped green onions

Steps:

Add all ingredients (except additional salt and pepper and toppings) to a 3-quart or larger slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours. That's it! Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve with assorted toppings. Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for about 3 days. It freezes well, too!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 kcal, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 769 mg, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUINOA TURKEY CHILI

Quinoa Turkey Chili image

This heart-healthy turkey quinoa chili is not only tasty, it's a vitamin and protein powerhouse! -Sharon Giljum, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
3-1/2 cups water, divided
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Optional toppings: Cubed avocado, shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring quinoa and 2 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork and set aside., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, onion, red pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the chili powder, cumin and cinnamon; cook 2 minutes longer. If desired, serve with optional toppings., Add the black beans, tomatoes, zucchini, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, bay leaf, oregano, salt, pepper and remaining water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in corn and quinoa; heat through. Discard bay leaf; stir in cilantro. Serve with optional toppings as desired.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges