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Turkey Chili

A warm bowl of turkey chili.

Total Time: ~45 Minutes

Servings: 6-8

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Inspiration

This hearty and flavorful chili is made with ground turkey, making it rich in protein, lower in fat, and a healthier option without sacrificing taste. This dish is the definition of a well-rounded, comforting winter meal.

Ingredients

  • Ground turkey (2lbs, ~1kg)
  • 2 yellow onions, diced
  • 1 large can of canned, diced tomatoes (28oz, 796ml)
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed (19oz, 540ml)
  • 1 can kidney beans, rinsed (19oz, 540ml)
  • 2 jalapeño peppers (stemmed, chopped, seeded if desired)
  • 2 poblano peppers (stemmed, chopped, seeded if desired)
  • 2 serrano peppers (stemmed, chopped, seeded if desired)
  • Chilli powder (3-4 tbsp)
  • Badia Complete Garlic seasoning (2 tbsp)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

NO BADIA?
Just use a combination of dried herbs including oregano, parsley, and thyme, and some garlic and onion powder.

Preparations

  1. Sear turkey, onion, peppers, and Badia until meat is cooked and onions and peppers are soft.
  2. Add tomatoes, beans, and chili powder, and simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  3. Salt and pepper to taste before serving.

YES TO TURKEY:
Using ground turkey instead of ground beef offers several health and practical benefits:

  • Lower in Fat and Calories: Ground turkey, especially lean or extra-lean varieties, typically contains less saturated fat and fewer calories than ground beef.
  • Heart-Healthier: Lower saturated fat levels can contribute to better heart health by helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
  • Protein-Rich: Ground turkey provides a substantial amount of protein, essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
  • Versatility: Ground turkey absorbs flavors well and is an excellent substitution for ground beef in various dishes, including burgers, meatballs, tacos, and casseroles.
  • Cost-Effective: Ground turkey is often cheaper than ground beef, making it a budget-friendly choice.
  • Lower Carbon Footprint: Poultry farming generally has a lower carbon footprint than beef production, so opting for ground turkey can be a more environmentally sustainable choice.

BADIA:

This garlic and onion all-purpose seasoning has become a staple in our house. It’s perfect when making shepherd’s pies, grilled veggies, and even pork chops.
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Tips

  • Top with sour cream, and serve with toasted, buttered bread for a warm, comforting meal.
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Daniel

Daniel is an extremely curious person, a wealth of random knowledge and facts. Extremely passionate about a vast array of interests ranging from health to history, science to athletics, everything culinary and the list goes on. Trust us, you would want to be on his team for Trivial Pursuit. Daniel is also years into his battle with brain cancer. He experienced a seizure while on a Zoom call at work in late 2020 and quite literally, his life changed within minutes. After his operation he started to talk about his story but had always known it was more than just him. From then, More Than Our Story became a PROJECT that has evolved into the starting point it is today.

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