Healthy Turkey Chili
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ready in: 55 minutes
Ready in: 55 minutes
Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound extra lean ground turkey or chicken (99%)
4 tablespoons chili powder* (I used McCormick chili powder - please read the notes section on this)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste or Mrs. Dash
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes or crushed tomatoes
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 (15 oz) cans dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, rinsed and drained
For toppings: cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream
Directions
Place oil in a large pot and place over medium-high heat. Add in onion, garlic, and red pepper and saute for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add in ground turkey and break up the meat; cooking until no longer pink. Next add in chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and salt; stir for about 20 seconds.
Next add in tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until chili thickens and flavors come together. Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as necessary.
Makes 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each.