Papa Richard's Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Papa Richard's Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground turkey; 16 ounces diced tomatoes; 8 ounces tomato sauce; 8 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons cumin; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup onion (minced); 2 garlic cloves; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups water; ½ cup cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground turkey
16 ounces diced tomatoes
8 ounces tomato sauce
8 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cumin
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup onion (minced)
2 garlic cloves
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups water
½ cup cheddar cheese

1
Spray Non-stick Dutch Oven with Light coating.
2
Mince onions and garlic together and saute in Dutch oven for 5 minutes on medium heat.
3
Add ground turkey to onion/garlic mixture.
4
Cook until meat until no longer pink.
5
Stirf frequently.
6
Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and seasonings to meat.
7
Add water.
8
bring to a boil, reduce to low-medium setting and cover.
9
stirring frequently.
10
Cook for 30 minutes.
11
Stirring frequently to avoid sticking to pan.
12
If desired, add 1 tbsp corn starch or mesa to 1/2 cup of warm water.
13
Stir mixture until no lumps.
14
Add to chili for thickining.
15
Serve chili with 1/8 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground turkey, 16 ounces diced tomatoes, 8 ounces tomato sauce, 8 tablespoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Papa Richard's Turkey Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Papa Richard's Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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