Turkey Chili

One of my favorite fall foods is Chili. This recipe is a healthy version of your typical chili using ground lean turkey instead of ground beef.

For this, you will need:

1 large onion(s)

1 tsp of olive oil

2 medium garlic clove(s)

2 medium carrot(s)

2 tbsp chili powder

1 tbsp paprika

1 tsp ground cumin

1 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

2 cans of chili tomatoes

1 cup(s) canned tomato sauce

1 cup(s) fat-free chicken broth

1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 1/2 cup(s) cooked kidney beans

1 medium green pepper(s)

1/2 tsp table salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

1 pound(s) Jennie-O Turkey Store Extra lean ground breast

2 stalks of celery (optional)

Heat a large pot coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add oil and onion and sauté onion until soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.

 Add garlic and carrots and cook until garlic is softened. (I used  the garlic that comes in a jar instead, so cook about 2-3 minutes if you use that!)

Add ground turkey and brown meat, about 5 minutes. Stir to break up lumps.

Add chili powder, paprika, cumin and red pepper flakes, tomatoes and tomato sauce, broth and vinegar. Bring mixture to a boil and reduce heat. Cover and simmer until meat is tender, 30 to 45 minutes.

Add beans and pepper (and celery if you like!). Simmer, uncovered, until peppers are done, about 10 minutes. And there you have it!!!! Your Turkey Chili is done!

This recipe makes 5 1-cup servings. The great thing about this recipe is that you can freeze it. Place chili in single serving containers and freeze. When you want to eat your chili, take it out of the freezer and throw on the stove or in the microwave. This is a great way to have a quick wholesome meal!