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Turkey Chili with Beans

For a big crowd, double the recipe, bake some potatoes or make a pot of rice and serve the chili over the potatoes or rice. Everyone seems to love this non-traditional and fun serving method; and it's an economical way for the chili to serve more people!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chili, Turkey Chili with Beans
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 245kcal
Author: Anna

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ Tablespoons olive oil, or cooking oil
  • 2 pounds ground turkey, you can also use ground beef or ½ and ½. If you buy turkey that is just breast meat, the amount of oil will need to be increased.
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped onion
  • ¼ cup diced green pepper, seeds and ribs removed. See Gr8 Note
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced. Or more if you really like that kick!
  • 1 28-ounce can tomatoes, or 4 cups peeled, chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4-6 dashes of your favorite hot pepper sauce, such as Tabasco or Tapatio. The amount depends on your "hotness" preference.
  • ¼ to ⅓ cup chili powder, depends on your taste! I use less when I know my young grandkids will be eating it.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, I use kosher salt
  • 2 17-ounce cans kidney, pinto, or black beans, your choice

Gr8 Toppings

  • Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese, or both! (Not for dairy free)
  • Chopped Onion
  • Chopped Bell Pepper
  • Diced Avocados
  • Crumbled Tortilla Chips or Tortilla Strips
  • Crumbled Saltine Crackers, (not for Gluten Free)
  • Chopped Cilantro
  • Chopped Fresh Tomatoes
  • Sour Cream, (Not for dairy free)

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven (about 5 quarts) over medium-high heat.
  • Add the ground turkey, onions, green pepper, and garlic, and cook until onion is tender, about 10-12 minutes. Stir frequently, breaking up the chunks of ground turkey.
  • Add the tomatoes and their liquid, the cumin, pepper sauce, chili powder, and salt.
  • Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain and rinse the beans then stir into the chili.
  • Cook on medium until the beans are warmed through.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • Serve in soup bowls with your choice of Gr8 Toppings.

Notes

Gr8 Serving Ideas:
For a big crowd, double the recipe, bake some potatoes or make a pot of rice and serve the chili over the potatoes or rice. Everyone seems to love this non-traditional and fun serving method; and it's an economical way for the chili to serve more people!
Gr8 Do-Ahead:
Follow the directions through Step 4 up to two days ahead of time. Let the dish cool down then cover and refrigerate. When ready to serve, remove from the refrigerator, and continue with Step 5. You can also freeze the chili before adding the beans. Make several batches ahead of time, cool, then seal in plastic freezer bags. It will keep for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Gr8 Tips:
Your family may like more or less heat. To cut down on the spiciness you can eliminate the pepper sauce and lessen the amount of cumin used. To amp it up, add more chili powder, pepper sauce and/or cumin. Enjoy!
Green Pepper: If you don't have any green pepper you can use whatever you have. I've used red and yellow peppers. In a pinch I've also used jalapeño. It's chili! Any pepper that you like will work, the flavor will change depending on the pepper you choose.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 826mg | Potassium: 708mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2995IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 4mg
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