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Kid-Friendly Friendsgiving Turkey Chili

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A warm, comforting turkey chili that’s budget-friendly, kid-approved, and perfect for Friendsgiving gatherings. This easy one-pot meal comes together in about 45 minutes with simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ pounds ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder (mild blend)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Place your pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Let it warm up for about 30 seconds until it shimmers.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Brown the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot. Break it up with your wooden spoon and let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes. Then start stirring and breaking it into smaller pieces. Cook until no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes total.
  4. Add the peppers: Toss in the diced red and green bell peppers. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
  5. Bloom the spices: Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the meat and vegetables. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Add the tomatoes and broth: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and chicken broth. Stir everything together, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Add the beans: Stir in the drained kidney beans and black beans. Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Finish with the secret ingredients: After simmering, stir in the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  9. Rest and serve: Remove the pot from heat and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Ladle into bowls and top with your favorite fixings.

Notes

This chili tastes even better the next day as flavors meld. For a thicker chili, mash some beans against the pot. Freezes well for up to 3 months. Don’t skip the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar – they balance the acidity and brighten the flavor.

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