High Protein Turkey Chili (Printable Version)
Lean turkey, beans, tomatoes, and peppers simmer with spices for a hearty, protein-packed bowl.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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454 g lean ground turkey (93/7)
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1.5 teaspoons fine salt
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0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Seasonings and Liquids
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2 tablespoons chili powder
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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0.5 teaspoon ground chipotle
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0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon liquid smoke
→ Beans and Tomatoes
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397 g kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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794 g canned diced tomatoes, undrained
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425 g tomato sauce
# Steps:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and break it apart with a spatula. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until the turkey loses its pink color.
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Add diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 4–5 minutes, until vegetables soften and the turkey is fully cooked.
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Transfer the cooked turkey and vegetable mixture to the crockpot. Add chili powder, cumin, ground chipotle, and cayenne pepper. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with juice, and tomato sauce. Mix well to combine.
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Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 4–5 hours. Adjust cooking time as needed based on desired consistency.
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Serve hot, optionally garnished with diced red onion, corn chips, sliced jalapeños, shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
# Notes:
01 -
For a milder chili, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper and ground chipotle to taste and adjust as desired during cooking.
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Chili flavor develops further after resting; consider preparing in advance for enhanced taste.