Turkey Chili Recipe

Hearty Turkey Chili

This recipe makes a delicious and comforting turkey chili, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced (optional)
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped avocado, sliced green onions

Cooking Guide:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add onion, garlic, and green pepper (if using) to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Tips:

• Spice it up: For a spicier chili, add diced jalapeno pepper with the onions and garlic, or increase the amount of chili powder. You can also serve the chili with a hot sauce on the side.
• Add more veggies: Feel free to add other chopped vegetables to the chili, such as corn, carrots, or zucchini.
• Make it creamy: To make a creamier chili, stir in some mashed avocado or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt before serving.
• Leftovers: This chili tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Thicken the chili: If your chili seems too soupy, you can simmer it for a longer time to allow the liquid to reduce. Alternatively, you can mash some of the beans with a fork to thicken the chili.

Enjoy your delicious homemade turkey chili!