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Crock Pot Sweet Potato and Quinoa Turkey Chili + iStir Crock-Pot Slow Cooker Giveaway! Recipe
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 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 re-heating)
- 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
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 345g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 324 | |
| Calories from Fat 87 | 27% |
| Total Fat 9.68g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 2.23g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium 897mg | 37% |
| Potassium 867mg | 25% |
| Total Carbs 38.02g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 24% |
| Sugars 5.4g | 4% |
| Protein 24.34g | 39% |
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