Crock Pot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili packs a double protein punch with the addition of both lean ground turkey breast and quinoa.
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Happy Monday, everyone – I hope you had a wonderful weekend!
I had a “me day” on Saturday which included getting together with some girlfriends in the morning then spending what felt like 2 hours at Whole Foods. Like I said – a “me day”! Grocery shopping is one of my favorite things to do, and when I get to leave the sweet babe at home and do it leisurely – umm, even better. ;)
We also grazed on Crock Pot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili all weekend long. I made a huge batch of it Thursday evening and it just got better and better each time I reheated a bowl!
Crock Pot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili packs a double protein punch from the addition of both lean ground turkey breast and quinoa. A little sweet from chopped sweet potatoes and a can of baked beans, plus a little heat from classic chili spices makes this dish ultra-tasty, healthy, and filling.
Plus, how you gonna hate on any recipe that calls for topping it with shredded cheese and tortilla chips? I must confess, making chili always gets me a little giddy as it’s basically an excuse to eat nachos. As if I needed an excuse, but you know what I mean!
Start by browning 1lb ground turkey breast with 1 chopped shallot in a large skillet over medium-high heat.I KNOW – I usually hate crock pot recipes that require cooking steps ahead of time, but it’ll only take a few minutes. Promise! Season liberally with salt and pepper then stir in 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 more seconds.
Add the cooked turkey to the bottom of a 6 quart crock pot then add 1 large peeled then chopped sweet potato (about 1lb) and a bevy of chili-inspired spices including chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and red chili pepper flakes.
Next add a 15oz can of baked beans (I like ’em sweet) plus 28oz crushed tomatoes.
Finally add 3 cups chicken broth and 1 cup uncooked, rinsed quinoa.The quinoa will continue to absorb chicken broth as the chili cools, so make sure you have some extra on hand for re-heating.
Mix the ingredients together then pop the lid on top and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours. That’s it!
Ladle the hot and hearty chili into bowls then top with lots of shredded monterey jack cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and fresh avocado.
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Description
Gluten-free Crock Pot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili packs a double protein punch with the addition of both lean ground turkey breast and quinoa.
Ingredients
serves a crowd
- 1lb ground turkey
- 1 large shallot or 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- salt and pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth (plus extra for reheating)
- 28oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15oz can baked beans (I like sweet baked beans)
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
- 1 large sweet potato (about 1lb,) peeled and chopped small
- 2 Tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- Toppings: shredded Monterey Jack cheese, chopped avocado, tortilla chips, green onions
Directions
- Add ground turkey and shallot to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season liberally with salt and pepper then cook until no longer pink, breaking turkey up as it cooks. Add garlic then cook for 30 more seconds then add to a 6 quart crock pot. Add remaining ingredients, except toppings, into crock pot then cook on high for 3 hours, or low for 5-6 hours, or until sweet potatoes are tender. Serve with toppings. May need to add more chicken broth when reheating.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
Warm, and ultra-filling – I hope you’ll love this chunky chili with loads of good-for-you ingredients!
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Kelly 02.18.2024 Normally, I eye-roll so hard when I see people adapting recipes, but I try to manage my FODMAPs (with IBS) so I swap out the shallot for shallot infused oil, and the baked beans for a can of red beans.That said, I made this recipe ONCE and it immediately became a staple. I love to meal-prep it for work, or when I want an easier dinner later in the week. Thanks so much for this cozy, warm, comfort-food crockpot meal. I’ll go back to it again and again!
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- Kristin 02.20.2024
Oh my gosh, I am thrilled to read this review, Kelly! I’m so glad it was relatively simple to adapt to follow your low FODMAP guidelines. Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
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- Maureen 02.16.2024
I made this chili with sweet potatoes last night. It was perfect for a cold winter night and absolutely delicious. I didn’t use the beans but it was fine without them. I will definitely make this again!
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- Kristin 02.20.2024
I’m thrilled to hear you were able to make it to work for you, Maureen! Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
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- Sarah 01.27.2024
I have been making this chili literally for years, and countless times. I try other recipes, but always come back to this one. It’s such a winner!! We don’t like beans so I omit those and I usually cut the quinoa in half because it really soaks up so much of the liquid. But it’s just so so good. I came to the recipe to make my grocery list, and thought it was about time to leave a raving review!!
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- Kristin 01.29.2024
Thank you so very much, Sarah! I so appreciate your feedback and star rating – I am *thrilled* this recipe is a long time favorite of yours!!
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- Em 01.26.2024
Please do not take what I’m about to say lightly… this is, hands down, my family’s favorite meal. All of us love it (including our toddler)! It’s the perfect recipe for a cold or rainy day. The house always smells amazing as it’s cooking. It reheats really well too. Can’t recommend this one enough!
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- Kristin 01.29.2024
Oh my gosh, such high praise – I am smiling from ear to ear! THRILLED this is a hit with the whole family, Em!!
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- Danielle 01.21.2024
Hi! I’ve always loved this chili, and am giving it another whirl today. Do you know if it freezes well??
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- Kristin 01.21.2024
Chili usually freezes super well, however the quinoa in this chili can become overcooked once frozen >> thawed.
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- Heather Walker 12.23.2023
I converted the slow cooker time to instapot and it turned put amazing!!! I have made this recipe in a slow cooker before and I wanted to try it faster in an instapot. I cooked it for 18 min and waited til all the pressure was released. My whole family loved it!!!
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- Kristin 12.24.2023
Awesome!! Thank you so much for sharing, Heather!
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- Laurissa 10.18.2023
I have come back to this recipe time and time again. It is just so good. I am wondering – do you know how I might make this in the instant pot?
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- Kristin 10.20.2023
Oh I’m so glad to hear that, Laurissa!! Unfortunately I don’t know how to convert this to an IP recipe!
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- Talia Cohen 06.05.2022
Would this be ok without the beans? My boyfriend is not fond of beans.
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- Kristin 06.07.2022
Sure! You might want to add a Tablespoon or two of brown sugar instead!
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- Sandi 02.07.2020
This is so easy and good to make and freeze in single servings!
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- Lindsey 02.06.2020
This chili is SO good to come home to after a long day in the winter! It is sweet and savory and delicious!
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- Ann 02.06.2020
So this was my first try with quinoa and even though still not a huge fan, this was delicious!
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- Brittany 02.06.2020
This is my go to chili!!
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- Kristin 02.06.2020
Wohoo!! So happy to hear that, Brittany!
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- Kimberly Ross 11.24.2019
Have you ever made this without the turkey? I love it as is and it is a go-to of ours, but need to make a vegetarian chili. I’m wondering if I could sub something for the turkey. Any suggestions?
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[…] Crockpot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili Is chili soup? I don’t know but let’s call it a cousin of soup at least. The youngsters never really liked chili. Baker never really liked anything orange that grows in the ground. That was then, this is now. I found this recipe, tried it and got rave reviews from the family and visiting grandparents. Since then, we’ve put in our monthly rotation. This is a meal on it’s own, but I add chunks of zucchini and cornbread muffins and even the leftovers don’t stick around long. (via iowagirleats.com) […]
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[…] Crockpot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili Is chili soup? I don’t know but let’s call it a cousin of soup at least. The youngsters never really liked chili. Baker never really liked anything orange that grows in the ground. That was then, this is now. I found this recipe, tried it and got rave reviews from the family and visiting grandparents. Since then, we’ve put in our monthly rotation. This is a meal on it’s own, but I add chunks of zucchini and cornbread muffins and even the leftovers don’t stick around long. (via iowagirleats.com) […]
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- Kathryn 10.07.2019
Can this me made in an instant pot? How does the cook time change
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[…] Crock pot sweet potato and quinoa turkey chili from @iowagirleats I haven’t made this for a really long time, but it was cold and snowy today and I just thought it was the perfect meal. I didn’t add the quinoa as my kids don’t love it, instead I cooked some brow rice and served it overtop with some sour cream, sliced avocado and tortilla chips for dipping. […]
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