Ground Turkey Chili

KMSoprano's Note:

A healthier alternative to regular chili. This chili is economical and freezes well. I threw it together with things I already had in my kitchen after ground turkey went on sale at the store.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (from jar is ok)
• 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn (rinsed and drained)
• 1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce

Directions:

1. In a large pot over medium heat saute the onion, garlic and ground turkey until turkey is browned.
2. Add tomatoes, pepper, cumin, chili powder, oregano, cinnamon, brown sugar and cayenne pepper.
3. Saute for 5 more minutes.
4. Add black beans, corn and chicken broth to the pot.
5. Puree cannellini beans in a blender or food processor.
6. Add puree to the pot.
7. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.
8. If the turkey mixture seems dry when browning, add a splash of olive oil.
9. The spice measurements are approximate.
10. If you want more or less heat, adjust the cayenne and the hot sauce.
11. If desired, garnish with sour cream, shredded cheese or green onions.

Reviews

[Lucky in Bayview]

This was very different from the usual chili I make. It turned out good, just not what I was expecting. I ended up adding a tablespoon more chili powder and only using a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon and still found it a little overpowering and I do prefer more tomato in chili. I really liked the idea of adding pureed white beans. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

[Jeff Muchow]

Very good flavor. We modified the recipe slightly: A. Doubled diced tomatoes & green chili (2 cans instead of 1). B. Used unsalted chicken broth (instead of low sodium). C. Used 1/2 teaspoon Mrs. Dash Extra Spicy seasoning. D. Added 2 ounces canned Jalape?os. The flavor was fantastic (not too hot - just a little kick) but the chili could be thicker. Will try adding some cornmeal to thicken it more next time.

[Sparkee]

I loved this recipe.I tripled it right away. I mixed it up a bit,changed the beans around added a little more of the spices like KM Soparano suggested in the original write-up ("spice to taste" is I believe what is written)...and because all I had at home was chicken boulion cubes I used three of them and added three bottles of this winter dark ale that I mistakenly bought at Christmas. It was aweful to drink but tasted fantastic in the chili.I've bookmarked the recipe with my own personal notes (chili is always a personal thing...) and I WILL make it again. Love the addition of cinnamon btw. :-)