Smokey Slow Cooker BBQ Chili with Turkey

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Introducing the tantalizing Smokey Slow Cooker BBQ Chili with Turkey recipe, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. This hearty dish combines the rich flavors of slow-cooked turkey, smoky barbecue sauce, and a medley of aromatic spices. Perfect for those cozy evenings or game day gatherings, this chili is guaranteed to impress your taste buds. With its easy preparation in the slow cooker, it's a convenient and delicious meal option for busy days.

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smokey slow cooker bbq chili with turkey recipe details

Smokey slow cooker bbq chili with turkey recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
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You’ll love the mix of flavors and spices in this simple slow cooker turkey chili. Inspired by Uncle Buck’s “Uncle Buck’s Crockpot Smokehouse Chili”
Ready in: 12 hours 20 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 8

• 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
• 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 1 (10 ounce) can corn
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 packets chili seasoning mix
• 2 (14 ounce) cans red kidney beans
• 1 cup smokey BBQ sauce
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup banana pepper rings, chopped or in rings
• 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Hot sauce, to taste
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste

Preparation method

Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 12 hours

1. In a large skillet, combine the turkey, minced garlic & salt. Brown over Medium-High heat until meat is cooked through, about 10 minutes, and drain off any excess liquid. Transfer meat to slow cooker.
2. Add remaining ingredients except for tomato paste. Cover slow cooker and cook on Low for 12 hours. Just before serving, stir in the tomato paste.Cook’s note:

If using small crock pot cut burger to 1 pound and tomato to a can and a half if you need to, to make it fit in pot.