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Turkey Chili with Beans

turkey chili with beans
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 266
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb Ground turkey (extra lean)
  • 1 Onion (medium, chopped)
  • 1 15 oz Diced tomatoes (canned, low-sodium)
  • 1 15 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned, low-sodium)
  • 1 15.5 oz Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 15.5 oz Red kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
  • 5 stalks Celery (chopped)
  • 1 Red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 3 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and onion and saute for about five to seven minutes, or until the turkey is cooked through.
  2. Add all of the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Divide into bowls, serve and enjoy!
    Serving size = 2 cups
    Protein 20g, Carbs 31g, Fiber 12g

Notes

I could live on chili!  I love that it is easy to customize to accommodate most palates.  You can spice it up by adding a chopped jalapeño while cooking, or use nacho jalapeños for a garnish when serving.  Adding about 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper can also give it a bit of spice.  Use grated cheese or a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for additional toppings.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for up to two months (that is if you have any!).
There are multiple ways to alter this recipe: 
Use ground beef in place of turkey
Add extra vegetables like cubed sweet potatoes or winter squash.
Some people in my family like to eat chili on top of macaroni...