Southern Chili Beans Recipe

Name: Southern Chili Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground turkey; 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans; 1 (15 ounce) can light red kidney beans; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup beef broth; 1 large yellow onion (finely chopped); 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet mccormick original chili seasoning mix; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground turkey
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can light red kidney beans
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup beef broth
1 large yellow onion (finely chopped)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet mccormick original chili seasoning mix
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add chopped onion and saute 3 minutes, then add 1tsp garlic, 2 tsp paprika, 1 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, and saute 30 seconds longer. Pour onions into crockpot.
2
Return skillet to medium-high heat, add in ground turkey. Stirring occasionally until ground turkey has browned. Once cooked drain and add to crockpot.
3
In crockpot add in remaining ingredients, diced tomatoes, kidney beans (drained), 1/2 cup of water or beef broth, 1 tsp granulated sugar, and a tsp each of salt and pepper.
4
Stir all ingredients together, cook on low for 6 hours.
5
Serve warm. Enjoy!
6
Serve topped with: Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, or hot sauce! Optionally serve with for sides: fresh cornbread or biscuits, baked potatoes, saltine crackers or tortilla chips!

518

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground turkey, 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, 1 (15 ounce) can light red kidney beans, 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Southern Chili Beans 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.

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Southern Chili Beans

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