Turkey Chili

Servings: 5

Prep time: 15 min Cooking time: 40 min

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken

• 2 tsps avocado oil or olive oil

• 1 large yellow onion, chopped

• 2 large garlic cloves, minced

• 1 yellow pepper, diced

• 1 red pepper, diced

• 1 orange pepper, diced

• 3 Tbsp chili powder

• 2 Tbsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp oregano

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes, no salt added

• 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes, no salt added

• 1 15 oz. can black beans, low-sodium, drained and rinsed

• 1 15 oz. can kidney beans, low-sodium, drained and rinsed

Directions

1. Place oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add garlic and peppers and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.

2. Add ground turkey and break up the meat, cook until no longer pink. Next, add chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder oregano, and salt. Stir for a minute.

3. Next, add tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning and salt as needed.

4. Garnish with your favorite toppings: low-fat Mexican cheese or Greek yogurt, low-fat sour cream, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, brown rice, or tortilla chips.

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Notes

• More spice: add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or sliced jalapenos

• Vegetarian or vegan: omit turkey and add extra beans or tofu crumbles

• Slow cooker method: brown turkey and onions before adding to slow cooker. Add all ingredients and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours.

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