Turkey Chili
High protein turkey chili recipe perfect for family meals. Simple ingredients and easy steps
Ingredients
- 1 large white onion chopped
- 1 large red pepper chopped
- 1 large green bell pepper chopped
- 1 large yellow or orange pepper chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1-1.5 lbs ground turkey breast
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 1 can 15 ounces) red kidney beans rinsed and drained (buy organic to cut down on the sodium)
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans or white northern beans, rinsed and drained (buy organic to cut down on the sodium)
- 1.5 to 2 tbsp chili powder to taste
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 12oz Mexican beer such as Corona or Presidente – adds a great flavor
- 1 tbsp olive oil enough for the bottom of the pan
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add garlic, onions, bell peppers, garlic. Sauté́ for 7-9 minutes, until soft.
- Add the turkey and cook until it starts to brown (about 7 minutes), mixing often to break up chunks.
- Stir in the tomatoes with their juice, tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Keep uncovered. Cook for about 45 minutes to an hour, stirring often. When it’s done, add extra spices to reach your desired flavor.
- (We cook it closer to two hours, for a thicker and meaty chili)You can also make this ahead of time in a slow cooker. Put everything together and cook for about 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low.
Notes
Optional toppings
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
- chopped red onions
- Slice avocado for garnish