Tex-Mex Turkey and Bean Chili Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Turkey and Bean Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon (4 ounces), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips; 3 pounds ground dark-meat (at least 7% fat) turkey; 4 onions, coarsely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 jalapeno chiles, minced (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired); 3 tablespoons chili powder; 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 4 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes in puree; 2 tablespoons unsulfured molasses; 1 cup water; Coarse salt; 3 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) pinto beans, drained and rinsed; Assorted toppings, such as cheddar cheese, sour cream, pickled jalapeno slices, and fresh cilantro, for serving

Servings: persons

4 slices bacon (4 ounces), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips
3 pounds ground dark-meat (at least 7% fat) turkey
4 onions, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapeno chiles, minced (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
3 tablespoons chili powder
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes in puree
2 tablespoons unsulfured molasses
1 cup water
Coarse salt
3 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Assorted toppings, such as cheddar cheese, sour cream, pickled jalapeno slices, and fresh cilantro, for serving

1
Heat a Dutch oven or heavy 5-quart pot over medium.
2
Add bacon; cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.
3
Raise heat to high; add turkey.
4
Cook, stirring and breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes.
5
Add onions, garlic, and jalapenos; cook until soft, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
6
Stir in chili powder, cocoa, and cumin; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
7
Break up tomatoes with kitchen shears (see page 361) or your hands, and add them to the pot along with the puree.
8
Add molasses, the water, and 4 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat to a simmer; cook, partially covered, 30 minutes.
10
Add beans; continue cooking (uncovered) until turkey is very tender and liquid has thickened, about 30 minutes more.
11
Serve hot, with assorted toppings, as desired.
12
Chili can be refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen up to 3 months; let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
13
Defrost in the refrigerator, and reheat over medium-low before serving.

1456

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

149

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 slices bacon (4 ounces), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips, 3 pounds ground dark-meat (at least 7% fat) turkey, 4 onions, coarsely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex Turkey and Bean 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.

Tex-Mex Turkey and Bean Chili

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