TEX-MEX TURKEY CHILI

TEX-MEX TURKEY CHILI

⭐ Tex-Mex Turkey Chili

Ingredients

• 1 ½ – 2 lbs ground turkey (light or dark meat)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 large onion, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1–2 jalapeños, minced (optional, adjust for heat)

• 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce

• 1 can (14–15 oz) diced tomatoes (fire roasted preferred)

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 can (15 oz) pinto or kidney beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 cup chicken broth (add more if you prefer thinner chili)

• 1–2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 cup frozen or canned corn (optional)

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional but adds depth)

Tex-Mex Seasoning

• 2 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp ground coriander (optional)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Brown the turkey
   Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot. Add ground turkey and cook until lightly browned, breaking it into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Sauté the vegetables
   Add onion, bell peppers, jalapeño, and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant, about 5–7 minutes.

3. Add spices
   Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, oregano, and coriander. Let spices toast for 30–45 seconds.

4. Add tomatoes, beans & broth
   Mix in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beans, corn, Worcestershire, and chicken broth. Stir well.

5. Simmer
   Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 30–45 minutes, stirring occasionally until thick and flavorful. Add more broth if needed.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning
   Add more salt, pepper, or heat as desired.

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Serving Suggestions

Top with any combination of:

• Shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

• Sliced avocado

• Fresh cilantro

• Lime wedges

• Crushed tortilla chips

• Pickled jalapeños

Serve with warm cornbread, tortillas, or rice.

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Optional Flavor Enhancements

• Add 1–2 tsp cocoa powder or small square of dark chocolate for smoky richness

• Add chipotle in adobo for spicy smoke

• Add a splash of lime juice before serving

• Use beer instead of broth for deeper flavor

Ever think of making chili with that leftover turkey?? Try this turkey leftover recipe..a nice one !!

INGREDIENTS

* 1 cup chopped onion
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
* 1 Tbsp chili powder
* 1 tsp cumin seeds
* 1 tsp sugar
* 1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce
* 1 (10 oz) can tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
* 1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans drained
* 2 cups shredded cooked turkey breast
* 3/4 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS
Combine onion, garlic, and oil in a 2 quart glass measure.

Cover and microwave at high 3 minutes or until onion is tender,stirring every minute.Add chili powder and next four ingredients; stirring well.Microwave, uncovered, at high 6 to 9 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring mixture every 3 minutes.Add remaining ingredients; stir well.
Microwave, uncovered, at high 6 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
The Turkey leftover recipe is ready to serve.. Enjoy it !
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