Turkey Chili
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5
Turkey Chili
Description
Turkey Chili combines lean ground turkey sautéed with bell pepper, onion, and garlic, then seasoned with chili powder, ancho chili powder, cumin, paprika, and coriander. The addition of canned diced tomatoes with green chilies and tomato sauce creates a thick, flavorful base that simmers for 30 minutes to meld the flavors. Chicken broth adds moisture and a bit of depth to the sauce, while kidney beans provide texture and substance.
The end result is a warming chili that is savory with moderate spice from the chili powders and fresh vegetables adding sweetness and aroma. It can be garnished with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions to enrich the taste and provide balance.
This chili works well for casual meals and can be adapted for slow cookers by transferring ingredients after an initial sauté and cooking low for several hours. Add-ins such as carrots, zucchini, or corn can increase vegetable content and alter texture subtly.
For slow cooker, sauté turkey and veggies first, then combine all ingredients and cook on low for 5 hours.Adding diced carrot or zucchini can boost vegetable content and flavor.Store toppings separately as they are not included in nutrition calculations.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 20 oz ground turkey 93% lean
- 1 red bell pepper chopped (1 1/2 cups
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped (1 1/2 cups
- 3 cloves garlic minced (1 Tbsp
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 (8 oz each) cans tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth then another 1/2 cup if desired, low-sodium
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1 Tbsp ancho chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp cumin ground
- 1 tsp paprika smoked or regular sweet, ground
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans red kidney beans drained and rinsed
For serving:
- cheddar cheese chopped (green onions
- sour cream
- green onions
Instructions
- Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add turkey, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up turkey until cooked through. Transfer turkey to a plate.
- Heat remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil in now empty pot over medium-high. Add bell pepper and onion and saute 4 minutes.
- Add garlic, chili powder, ancho chili powder, cumin, paprika and coriander and saute 30 seconds longer.
- Pour in tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cooked turkey and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a simmer then reduce heat to low. Cover and let continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
- Stir in kidney beans and more chicken broth to thin if desired and heat through, about 2 minutes. Serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
- Cook turkey and vegetables in a pot before transferring to slow cooker for best flavor if using that method.
- Slow cook on low for 5 hours after adding tomatoes, spices, and liquids.
- Vegetables like diced carrot, zucchini, or frozen corn can be added to increase nutrient density.
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Overall Rating
5
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