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.