Turkey Chili

Yield: 9 cups (5 servings)
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. lean ground turkey

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)

• 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes (undrained; stewed tomatoes are also suitable)

• 1 (15 oz.) can black beans or kidney beans (undrained; substitute with your preferred bean variety)

• 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies

• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder (adjust more for a spicier taste)

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin (or to taste)

• Garlic salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks.

2. Sauté Vegetables: While the turkey cooks, place a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until they become soft.

3. Combine Ingredients: To the pot with the sautéed vegetables, add the crushed tomatoes, beans, chopped green chilies, chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. After the turkey is fully cooked, add it to the pot.

5. Serve: Enjoy the chili after simmering, though it's even better the next day once the flavors have melded more fully.

Nutritional Facts per Serving:

• Calories: Approximately 250-300 calories

• Protein: 23-28 grams

• Carbohydrates: 30-35 grams

• Dietary Fiber: 8-10 grams

• Sugars: 6-8 grams 

• Fat: 7-10 grams

• Saturated Fat: 2-3 grams

• Sodium: Varies based on the amount of garlic salt used; can be adjusted by using low-sodium beans and tomatoes

• Vitamins and Minerals:

• Vitamin C

• Iron

• Potassium