Feb. 22 is National Chili Day, and what better way to celebrate than by making homemade chili? Give this delicious skinny chipotle turkey chili recipe a try.
Megan’s Skinny Chipotle Turkey Chili
by Megan Sapelak, Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle seasoning (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
- 1 pound of ground turkey
- 1-2 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup of cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup of onion, chopped
- 1 cup of green peppers, chopped
- 1 lime
- 1 can of no salt added corn
- 1 can of reduced sodium black beans
- 1 can of reduced sodium red kidney beans
- 1 can of no salt added diced tomatoes
DIRECTIONS
1. Season turkey to taste using chili powder, paprika, cayenne, chipotle seasoning, salt and pepper.
2. Cook turkey, garlic, and onions in a frying pan on medium until cooked all the way through. Then set the stovetop to low to keep it warm.
3. Using a strainer, drain and rinse the corn, kidney beans and black beans. Place them in a large bowl and set aside.
4. Add about half the can of diced tomatoes (including the juice) to the turkey and stir. Add more if desired.
5. Take about 1 cup of corn and bean mixture and add to the turkey. Stir and add more if desired.
6. Chop about 1/4 cup of cilantro and add to the mix. Then cut the lime in half and squeeze half of the lime over the turkey.
7. Serve and enjoy! Plain Greek yogurt is a yummy, skinny substitute for sour cream.
Tips from Megan:
- Go pretty light on the cayenne because the chipotle seasoning is also spicy, but the smoky flavor is delish!
- The leftover corn and bean mixture makes delicious small snacks or salad toppings for the rest of the week!
Give this recipe a try to celebrate National Chili Day!
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