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Moroccan Chickpea and Turkey Stew

Moroccan Chickpea and Turkey Stew for Cozy Nights In

Enjoy a warm bowl of Moroccan Chickpea and Turkey Stew, a nutritious and hearty dish perfect for cozy nights in.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray Prevents sticking during browning
  • 1 pound 93% Lean Ground Turkey Can be substituted with chicken or beef
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use any light oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can be replaced with shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Adjust quantity based on your taste preference
Veggies
  • 1 medium Poblano Pepper Substitute with green bell pepper for less heat
  • 2 cups Diced Carrots Feel free to use any root vegetable
  • 2 stalks Diced Celery Leeks can also serve as a substitute
Stew
  • 1 can Canned Petite Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used if preferred
  • 2 cups Chickpeas Star ingredient; no substitutions recommended
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be substituted for vegetarian option
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Could substitute with curry powder for a different taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika offers a more intense flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Can be omitted or swapped with ground cumin
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves No direct substitute available; omit if absent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder stew
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt Adjust according to personal dietary preferences
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Italian Parsley or Spearmint Use any fresh herb that you enjoy

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Brown the Ground Turkey: Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it apart. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring until browned.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add olive oil to the skillet. Over medium heat, add onion, poblano pepper, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 8 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer turkey and vegetables to slow cooker. Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, broth, turmeric, paprika, coriander, bay leaves, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
  4. Slow Cook the Stew: Cover the slow cooker and set to LOW heat. Cook for 6-8 hours until the broth thickens and vegetables are tender.
  5. Serve the Stew: Once cooked, remove lid and discard bay leaves. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or spearmint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh ingredients and mind the cooking time to allow flavors to meld beautifully.

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