Name: Turkey Chili Recipe
Ingredients: 2 pounds ground turkey; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cups chopped white onions; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 2 bay leaves; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 cup canned, diced tomatoes, drained; 2 (29-ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste; 2 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15-ounce) can chili beans, drained; Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnishing; Sour cream, for garnishing; 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced, for garnishing

Description

This classic turkey chili recipe has all the makings of a true classic: tender ground turkey, flavorful spices, beans, and tomatoes — all cooked down into a warm and cozy bowl that never lasts long.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds ground turkey
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped white onions
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cup canned, diced tomatoes, drained
2 (29-ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can chili beans, drained
Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnishing
Sour cream, for garnishing
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced, for garnishing

Instructions

In a large stockpot over medium heat, brown the ground turkey until fully cooked.
Add the oil, onions, garlic, oregano, bay leaves, chili powder, and cumin. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.
Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the kidney and chili beans. Cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve warm with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños on top.