Simple Turkey Chili
This turkey chili recipe is very simple but hearty with plenty of flavors—it tastes even better on the second day! I serve this chili with low-fat Cheddar cheese and low-fat sour cream. It's also delicious with crackers or cornbread.
Ingredients
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1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
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1 pound ground turkey
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1 onion, chopped
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2 cups water
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1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
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1 (16-ounce) can kidney beans - drained, rinsed, and mashed
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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2 tablespoons chili powder or to taste
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½ teaspoon paprika or to taste
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper or to taste
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½ teaspoon ground cumin or to taste
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Direction
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Gather all ingredients.
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add turkey; cook and stir until evenly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in onion and cook until softened.
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Add water; stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, and garlic.
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Stir in chili powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until flavors blend and chili thickens slightly, about 30 minutes.
