Spicy Feisty Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Spicy Feisty Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 12 bell peppers (diced, any color); 1 medium onion (diced); 4 garlic cloves (minced); 6 ounces mushrooms (chopped); ¼ teaspoon oregano; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon cumin; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 bay leaf; 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes; ¾ tablespoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (drained); 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained); 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain); 1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes (do not drain); 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes (with chilis, do not drain); 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon tomato paste; ¼ cup lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 lb ground turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 12 bell peppers (diced, any color)
1 medium onion (diced)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
6 ounces mushrooms (chopped)
¼ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cumin
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 bay leaf
1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
¾ tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (drained)
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained)
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes (do not drain)
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes (with chilis, do not drain)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon tomato paste
¼ cup lemon juice

1
Combine the oregano, black pepper, cumin, salt, onion powder, sugar, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, chili powder, and cayenne pepper and set aside.
2
Cut up the bell peppers, onion, garlic, and mushrooms.
3
Saute (on medium to medium high depending on your stove) the turkey, oil, onion, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms in a dutch oven (no need to drain).
4
When these ingredients are almost done, add the spices and continue to saute until the meat and vegetables are done.
5
Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer on low for an hour, more if you like.
6
Good served with fat free sour cream and/or low fat cheese (not included in nutritional information).

494

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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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground turkey, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 12 bell peppers (diced, any color), 1 medium onion (diced), and more.

Yes, Spicy Feisty 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!

Spicy Feisty Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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