Turkey Bacon Chili Mac

What you need:

• 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup white onion, diced
• 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup Anaheim green chile pepper, diced
• 2 Tbsp. minced garlic
• 2 lb. ground turkey
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 10 oz. can Rotel diced tomatoes
• 4 oz. tomato paste
• 2 Tbsp. ground cumin
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1/4 tsp. garlic
• 1 packet dry Ranch dressing seasoning
• 4 cups cooked (al dente) Ditalini pasta
• 1 pack bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Chopped green onions, optional

Directions:

1. In a large deep skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Then add onion, red bell pepper, Anaheim chile, and garlic.
2. Cook for about 5 to 8 minutes until softened.
3. Add turkey and season with salt and pepper. Crumble while it browns.
4. Once turkey is browned, add broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, garlic salt, and Ranch dressing seasoning.
5. Stir in cooked pasta and bacon. Simmer on low until heated through.
6. Serve topped with green onions, if desired.

Recipe from Picky Palate

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