Post-Thanksgiving Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Post-Thanksgiving Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 turkey carcass (neck and leftovers); water; 1 large white onion, diced; 1 bay leaf; 2 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth; 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans; 2 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes; 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoon your favorite hot sauce (optional); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; flour; Garnish; shredded cheese; sour cream; yellow onions or cilantro; cracker

Servings: persons

1 turkey carcass (neck and leftovers)
water
1 large white onion, diced
1 bay leaf
2 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans
2 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
4 cloves garlic, crushed
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoon your favorite hot sauce (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
flour
Garnish
shredded cheese
sour cream
yellow onions or cilantro
cracker

1
Break up turkey carcass and place with leftover meat in a large stock pot.
2
Cover completely with water.
3
Add chopped onion and bay leaf.
4
Bring to boil then cover and simmer for 1 hour (Meat should fall easily from bone).
5
Strain juices and pour back in pot, along with one or two cans of chicken broth for a fuller flavor (Boullion is also OK, but keep in mind you will have less liquid to work with).
6
Separate meat and chop any large pieces, then return to pot.
7
Discard any bones, skin, leftover stuffing and other non-edibles.
8
Add beans, tomatoes, garlic and spices.
9
Simmer, uncovered, for twenty minutes to reduce liquid.
10
You may wish to add a bit of flour, if the sauce is thin: To minimize lumps, ladle a cup of liquid into a mixing bowl and whisk in flour a teaspoon at a time, then stir into chili (Keep in mind that chili will thicken in the refrigerator or freezer, so if you are planning to store it, a little thin is OK).
11
Serve and garnish with shredded cheese, chopped onions, scallions, cilantro and sour cream, or dip with crackers.

231

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 turkey carcass (neck and leftovers), water, 1 large white onion, diced, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Post-Thanksgiving 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!

Post-Thanksgiving Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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