Wow! This is SO good. I subbed Japanese yams for regular since that is what I on hand, and left out the beer because one of us doesn’t like the flavor of beer. I think the chipolte chili powder us the star of the show here. It adds an amazing smokey flavor. I was concerned about how the quinoa would work out, but it adds nice body to the dish and also adds great nutrients. Another Well Plated winner!
I’m so confused, because I see it on my end, Carolyn. The recipe is in the recipe card, right above the area where you commented. You can also click the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the screen to help get you there faster. Could you please check again!
Hi Rebecca, we covered this just a little in the blog post. You can omit the quinoa if you prefer. I suggest reducing the amount of liquid so that your chili isn’t too thin. If you prefer to use rice, cook it separately, then stir it in at the end. Hope this helps! Enjoy!
Can I skip the first step of cooking the turkey in a skillet and just add all of it to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours? Just trying to save time (and less dirty plates!)!
Hi Stephanie! I’ve only tested the recipe as is and there are some advantages to this method. If you decide to experiment by skipping the first step, I’d love to know how it goes!
Hi Regina! For each recipe, it is based on the information available in the calculators themselves. These numbers are meant to be a guide, not a statement of fact. Many elements can cause the dish I make at home to vary nutritionally from the iteration you create, including brands of ingredients, measuring styles, and final serving size. Further, the accuracy is limited by the information available in WordPress Recipe Maker databases. When in doubt I would double check with a free source like myfitnesspal.com. Hope this helps!
This recipe was a hit! Just enough spice and soo good. I didn’t have quinoa on hand so I skipped it and it was still delicious. I’ll be making it again tonight with the quinoa and for pre-Thanksgiving. So good. Thank you. I love all your recipes!
I’ve made this recipe for years, albeit I switch the volume of chili powder vs Chipotle chili powder. It’s my favorite to bring to potluck and surprise people that it has chili flavor even while being healthy. I look forward to making this every fall and winter!
I don’t usually put sweet potatoes in chili, so I was curious how that would work. I actually really liked the little bit of sweetness they added. It was different from the chili I normally make, but in a good way.
Can I use a non alcoholic beer in this recipe or would you recommend just using more chicken stock?
Hi Maya! Either would do! Enjoy!
Wow! This is SO good. I subbed Japanese yams for regular since that is what I on hand, and left out the beer because one of us doesn’t like the flavor of beer. I think the chipolte chili powder us the star of the show here. It adds an amazing smokey flavor. I was concerned about how the quinoa would work out, but it adds nice body to the dish and also adds great nutrients. Another Well Plated winner!
Great to hear, thank you Brenda!
Beer is not gluten free
Actually there are a number of great GF beers available now!
None of your recipes have the amount of ingredients! Very disappointing.
I’m so confused, because I see it on my end, Carolyn. The recipe is in the recipe card, right above the area where you commented. You can also click the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the screen to help get you there faster. Could you please check again!
Made this vegetarian. Swapped turkey for pre cooked matzoh balls that were added about 30 min before serving. It was great.
Great to hear!
can you use another grain besides quinoa? i’m allergic. thanks
Hi Rebecca, we covered this just a little in the blog post. You can omit the quinoa if you prefer. I suggest reducing the amount of liquid so that your chili isn’t too thin. If you prefer to use rice, cook it separately, then stir it in at the end. Hope this helps! Enjoy!
Can you leave out the chipotle chili powder? My family doesn’t like spicy food.
Sure!
To make the recipe gluten free what would you recommend replacing the beer with? More stock?
Hi Stephanie! If you prefer to not use beer in this recipe, you can swap it for extra chicken stock. Hope this helps! Enjoy!
Can I skip the first step of cooking the turkey in a skillet and just add all of it to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours? Just trying to save time (and less dirty plates!)!
Hi Stephanie! I’ve only tested the recipe as is and there are some advantages to this method. If you decide to experiment by skipping the first step, I’d love to know how it goes!
Can you just cook on stovetop without transferring to slow cooker? If so how long on stovetop?
Hi Lynne, yes! Here is our stovetop version https://www.wellplated.com/healthy-turkey-chili/ Enjoy!
Where does the 1g of trans fat come from? How do you determine nutrition facts?
Hi Regina! For each recipe, it is based on the information available in the calculators themselves. These numbers are meant to be a guide, not a statement of fact. Many elements can cause the dish I make at home to vary nutritionally from the iteration you create, including brands of ingredients, measuring styles, and final serving size. Further, the accuracy is limited by the information available in WordPress Recipe Maker databases. When in doubt I would double check with a free source like myfitnesspal.com. Hope this helps!
This recipe was a hit! Just enough spice and soo good. I didn’t have quinoa on hand so I skipped it and it was still delicious. I’ll be making it again tonight with the quinoa and for pre-Thanksgiving. So good. Thank you. I love all your recipes!
Thank you Cindy!
I’ve made this recipe for years, albeit I switch the volume of chili powder vs Chipotle chili powder. It’s my favorite to bring to potluck and surprise people that it has chili flavor even while being healthy. I look forward to making this every fall and winter!
So glad to hear, Amanda! Thank you!
Can this be made in a pressure cooker instead of a crockpot?
Hi Casey! Yes, the timing will be similar to this recipe: https://www.wellplated.com/instant-pot-vegetarian-chili/
I was excited to make this because it’s not your average chili recipe. It did not disappoint! Loved it!
So glad you enjoyed the chili, Lisa! Thank you!
Hello,
How long to cook on stove top instead of slow cooker? I doubled the recipe and added liquid smoke at the end. YUUM! 😛
thanks,
Dasha.
Hi Dasha! This is our stove top recipe: https://www.wellplated.com/healthy-turkey-chili/ Enjoy!
How many cups are each serving approximately?
Hi Jordan, I’m sorry but we didn’t measure the servings out in cups. It’s just 1/6 of the recipe. Enjoy!
I also added a can of small pink beans in addition to black beans and used troegs perpetual. This is like a soup/chili combo – delicious
So glad to hear, Deborah! Thank you!
I don’t usually put sweet potatoes in chili, so I was curious how that would work. I actually really liked the little bit of sweetness they added. It was different from the chili I normally make, but in a good way.
Thank you Sonya!
What can I replace the black beans with? I don’t have any on hand.