Crockpot Turkey Smash #lowcarb #keto #sugarfree
Now that kiddo is here full-time, my food prep time is a bit more limited some days. With Mr. YUM working 12hr hospital shifts and not getting home until after 7:30pm, it’s up to me to make sure dinner is hot and ready to go.
I’ve always loved slow cooking. I do most of it on the stove since I am here all day. But, lately, I find myself using my Crockpot more. I can toss some ingredient in the pot in the morning when I am getting coffee and breakfast ready for us and then just let it go the rest of the day. By the time kiddo gets off the bus, we have a little snack to tide us over until her dad gets home.
We don’t really like for her to eat a big meal that late sense she’ll have to go to bed soon. We all know how much fun it is to try to sleep with a belly full of food trying to digest. So, I have found that giving us a normal dinner time and then having just a few bites when dad gets home (or dessert) helps battle that. This way, we get our family time at the dinner table and no one has to eat alone.
Of course, this doesn’t always work, but it’s rare. Crockpot cooking literally saves my day and my time management.
You guys know me. I don’t follow recipes often. When I do, its more as inspiration and a guide than anything. So, it should come as no surprise when I tell you that this is something I literally just tossed together.
Aldi had some red, green, orange and yellow bell peppers on sale for 25 c each. I figured it would be worth it to buy a few and use them….in something.
But, that something never happened. What can I say, I am human. I get in lazy cooking spurts!
So it got to a point where I needed to either freeze them or cook them.
I had a package of turkey thawing so I had this idea of making a turkey loaf.
Well, the loaf didn’t happen. Maybe if my slow cooker was a little smaller.
So, this is more of a turkey and bell pepper crumble.
The first meal I just ate it plain with a sprinkled of parmesan cheese. The next day I warmed up a bowl , fried an egg, and placed the egg on top of the turkey crumble. I broke the yolk and smashed the egg.
Another meal I wrapped this up inside a whole wheat tortilla. Kiddo thought it would be good served with scrambled eggs.
It made for a great low carb, sugar-free, keto friendly lunch and dinner. Everyone liked it.
This would also make a good addition to add to canned tomatoes and some beans for chili.
Low Carb Crockpot Turkey Smash #lowcarb #keto #sugarfree
Ingredients
- 1 small onion
- 1 orange bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 green bell peppers
- 1 lb ground turkey
- salt
- pepper
- oregano
- garlic powder
Instructions
- Dice the onion and put in the slow cooker.
- Break up ground turkey and place in slow cooker.
- Dice the peppers and place in slow cooker.
- Add seasoning to your tastes.
- Use your hands to mix well.
- Cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until turkey is cooked.
Are you a slow cooker fan? What is your favorite meal?
Those sound amazing. I am sure they would be a huge hit with my family!
This sounds like a good way to use ground turkey! I love finding low carb meals.
I love this for two reasons. A: It’s healthy. B: It sounds like a great base for other meals. You did a lot with that!
Oh this is a really cool recipe. I’d love to try using it in a few of my own recipes to change things up.
I love my slow cooker especially at this time of year. This recipe sounds delish and I love how you serve it (so hungry now).
If there was one thing I loved more than my slow cooker, it would be turkey! This is a must try recipe in my house!
This is the type of thing that fist perfectly into my schedule. It’s easy to make, and I can turn around and make so much more with it.
I love crockpot cooking. This is a great meal.
Great looking dinner idea. Now to get the kiddos to try it!
This looks so yummy. I am always looking for new crock pot recipes. I can’t wait to make this.
I am all about using our slow cooker, especially since it is still super hot in our area of the country. I bet the fried egg on top really elevates the entire dish too!
This looks like a great healthy meal. And I bet rally delicious too
This turkey smash looks really good! I love that it’s a crock pot meal. And I love the idea you had of putting a fried egg on top. I bet that as really good!
I am going to have to cave in and consider getting a slow cooker, I have never tried one but they sure do seem convenient! This recipe looks great. 🙂
This has my name written all over it! Love things that I can through in the crockpot!
I’m always happy for any excuse to break out the slow cooker! This looks like a fun recipe to try!
School is starting next week and I really need some new meal ideas.. this looks like a great one to add to our monthly menu.
My slow cooker and I are best friends. I love being able to throw everything in in the morning, and coming home to a fabulous meal.
A slow cooker should be a baby shower gift. It’s the perfect way for families to cook. I can’t wait to try out your recipe in mine.
I hate big meals at the end of the day too. I love to use the crockpot when I can!
Turkey and bell pepper crumble sounds good to me. That’s something I’d like to try to make for the kids here.
Oh this looks delicious. I love using my crock pot for everything so this? Would be amazing to make. I know my whole family would love it.
Looks like a great low carb meal option for busy school days! I love the peppers
Looks tasty – I have never cooked turkey in the crockpot. I will give it a try.
That looks delicious! I want to test this one out in my kitchen.
If it’s in the crock pot, it’s for me! I need to use my crock more often. I used it this weekend for the FIRST time
I never try turkey food , am listen ,many about it ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Now am try this
Thank you so much