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Turkey Chili

This turkey chili is a hearty stew made with lean ground turkey simmered with spices, roasted vegetables, and tomatoes. It develops a rich, thick texture with a flavorful, smoky aroma from cumin, chili powder, and garlic, topped with fresh herbs and a dollop of sour cream for creaminess.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey preferably lean
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups roasted peppers chopped
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with liquid
  • 2 tbsp chili powder smoky
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese optional, for topping
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving
  • a handful fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until it releases a fragrant aroma.
  3. Pour in the ground turkey and break it apart with a wooden spoon, cooking until it’s browned all over and no pink remains, about 5-6 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped roasted peppers to the skillet for a smoky flavor, stirring to combine.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to coat the meat and vegetables evenly, allowing the spices to toast slightly and become fragrant.
  6. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their liquid, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and flavors meld.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed, then remove from heat.
  9. Serve the hot chili in bowls, topped with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for freshness.