Description
This Slow Cooker Moroccan Chickpea Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish combining lean ground turkey, chickpeas, and a medley of aromatic vegetables and spices. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s a comforting meal that is rich in protein and fiber, making it perfect for a nourishing weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein
- 1.3 lb package 93% lean ground turkey
Vegetables
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 3 tbsp poblano pepper, chopped
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
Canned Goods
- 28 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained
Liquids and Oils
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (light)
- 2 cups low sodium (99% fat free) chicken broth
Spices and Herbs
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp coriander
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp coarse salt
- 2 tbsp fresh Italian parsley or spearmint, chopped
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cook Ground Turkey: Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for 10-12 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks to ensure it cooks evenly. Once done, transfer the cooked turkey to the slow cooker.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the extra virgin olive oil. Add chopped onions, poblano pepper, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté the vegetables for about 8 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and continue sautéing for another 2 minutes to release its flavor.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the sautéed vegetables and garlic to the slow cooker with the cooked ground turkey. Add the diced tomatoes, drained chickpeas, turmeric, paprika, coriander, bay leaves, crushed red pepper flakes, coarse salt, and chicken broth. Gently mix all the ingredients together to combine evenly.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 6 to 8 hours, allowing all the flavors to meld and the stew to thicken.
- Finish and Serve: Before serving, remove the bay leaves from the stew. Garnish with freshly chopped Italian parsley or spearmint for a burst of fresh herbal flavor. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Check labels for gluten-free products if gluten intolerance or sensitivity is a concern.
- Using low sodium chicken broth allows better control over the overall saltiness of the dish.
- Feel free to substitute fresh herbs according to preference; mint adds a refreshing twist.
- This stew freezes well for meal prep and leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 342 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1081 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
