Moroccan Chickpea Turkey Stew Ingredients cooking spray 1.3 lb package 93% lean ground turkey 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, light 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped 3 tbsp poblano pepper, chopped 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced celery 28 oz can petite diced tomatoes 2 (15 oz) cans chick peas, drained 2 cups low sodium, 99% fat free chicken broth 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 Instructions Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and over medium high heat cook ground turkey for 10-12 minutes. Break up the ground meat and mix so meat cooks evenly; place in the slow cooker. To the skillet add the olive oil, onions, pepper, carrots, and celery and sauté until soft, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes. Transfer to slow cooker along with diced tomatoes, chick peas, spices, broth and gently mix well. Cover and cook on LOW heat 6 to 8 hours. Remove bay leaves and serve; garnish with fresh herbs.
