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Award Winning Turkey Chili Recipe

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This award-winning turkey chili recipe is a hearty, flavorful dish featuring lean ground turkey, kidney beans, black beans, and a blend of spices. It’s an ideal choice for a healthy, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Customize it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for an unforgettable bowl of chili.

Ingredients

 

  • Ground Turkey (1 pound)
  • Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Onion (1 large, diced)
  • Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
  • Bell Peppers (2, diced)
  • Tomatoes (2 cans, 14.5 oz each, diced)
  • Tomato Paste (2 tablespoons)
  • Chicken Broth (2 cups)
  • Kidney Beans (1 can, 15 oz, drained and rinsed)
  • Black Beans (1 can, 15 oz, drained and rinsed)
  • Corn Kernels (1 cup)
  • Chili Powder (2 tablespoons)
  • Ground Cumin (1 tablespoon)
  • Paprika (1 teaspoon)
  • Oregano (1 teaspoon)
  • Cayenne Pepper (¼ teaspoon, optional)
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh Cilantro (for garnish, chopped)
  • Sour Cream (optional, for serving)
  • Shredded Cheese (optional, for serving)
  • Lime Wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
  • Mix in diced bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth.
  • Add kidney beans, black beans, and corn kernels.
  • Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer the chili for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheese, and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper.
  • For a thicker chili, reduce the chicken broth or simmer longer.

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