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Easy Turkey Chili

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean, 7% fat)
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 28oz can of diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
Garnish options:
  • avocado slices
  • jalapeno slices
  • cilantro, chopped
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • green onion
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  • In a 6-quart pot over medium heat, add the olive oil, chopped jalapeno peppers, diced red onion, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika and cayenne (optional). Simmer for approximately 10 minutes until the onions and peppers soften.
  • Add the ground turkey and cook through and broken apart into small pieces.
  • Add the drained black beans, diced tomatoes, and salt. Stir and reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with any of your favorite garnishes and serve.
  • Enjoy!
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