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When the chill of autumn settles in or winter nights draw near, a warm, hearty meal is often what we crave. Enter the Cozy Crockpot Creamy Turkey Chili—a dish that not only brings comfort but also nourishes the body and soul. This recipe is a delightful blend of ground turkey, beans, and spices, all coming together in a slow cooker to create a warming bowl of goodness. The ease of preparing this dish in a crockpot means that you can savor the flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.

Crockpot Creamy Turkey Chili

Warm up your autumn and winter nights with Cozy Crockpot Creamy Turkey Chili, a hearty meal perfect for busy families. This easy-to-make dish combines ground turkey, beans, and spices in a slow cooker, creating a creamy, flavorful bowl that's both nutritious and satisfying. With minimal prep and rich, melded flavors, it’s the ideal comfort food for gatherings or cozy nights in. Discover how to create this delightful meal and savor the warmth it brings to your table.
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Ingredients
  

1 pound ground turkey

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 bell pepper (red or green), diced

1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

Salt and pepper to taste

½ cup cream cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for serving)

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions
 

Sauté the Turkey: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground turkey until no longer pink. Drain excess fat and transfer to the crockpot.

    Add Veggies: To the crockpot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper.

      Mix in Beans and Tomatoes: Stir in the cannellini beans, black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and corn.

        Season It Up: Add the chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together so the spices are well distributed.

          Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.

            Make it Creamy: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cream cheese until melted and fully combined. Then, mix in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

              Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls. Top with additional cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 mins | 8 hrs | 6 servings