Turkey Chili on Spaghetti

Turkey Chili Recipe

10 Minutes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 chopped yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
  • 1 large red pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 jalapeño, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 3 cups canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth, fresh or canned
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 2(15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar
  • 1cup sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil over high in a large heavy pot and add the turkey meat. Cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, chopping down and stirring with the side of a heavy kitchen spoon to break up any lumps.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, sweet pepper, celery, jalapeño, oregano, bay leaves, chili powder and cumin. Stir to blend well. Cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the tomatoes, chicken broth, salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
  4. Add the drained beans and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes longer. Serve in bowls with Cheddar, and sour cream and lime wedges, if desired.