– 1 pound ground turkey
– 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
– 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
– 2 tablespoons chili powder
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro
Creating your Three Bean Turkey Chili can be straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
2. Cook Turkey: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Add Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Mix in Spices: Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the turkey mixture. Cook for another minute to allow the spices to toast slightly.
5. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
6. Incorporate Beans: Gently fold in the kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans until evenly distributed.
7. Simmer Chili: Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then lower the heat. Let it simmer uncovered for 30-45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more salt or spices to your liking.
9. Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and add your choice of optional toppings.
Follow these easy steps, and you’ll have a bowl of delicious Three Bean Turkey Chili ready to enjoy!