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Turkey Chili!

This Turkey Chili has become a regular staple in our house during the colder months. It's very simple to throw together. I usually make a double batch because the chili tends to taste better when re-heated!

Enjoy, Chris

 

Yield 4-6 servings

Ingredients

  •   2 tbs. olive oil
  •   1 lb. ground turkey
  •   1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3-4 cloves of garlic
  • 4 tbs. tomato paste
  • 2 c. chicken stock
  • 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes (I like the fire-roasted)
  • 2 tbs. chile powder
  • 2 tsp. cumin powder
  • 1 14 oz. can white northern beans, drained
  • 1 14 oz. can black beans, drained
  • 1 14 oz. can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 tbs. salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper

**Seasonal additions**

  • 1 zucchini, finely diced
  • 1 yellow squash, finely diced
  • 1/2 each of a red, yellow, and orange peppers, finely diced
  • 1/2 a butternut squash, diced

Instructions

  1. Add the olive oil to a large stock pot over medium-high heat.  Add onion and cook until soft (about 3-4 mins). Then add garlic and cook for another minute
  2. Add the turkey, chile powder and cumin.  Cook until completely browned
  3. Add the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 mins. Stirring continuously.
  4. Add the chicken stock, then all remaining ingredients. 
  5. Bring to a boil, then drop to a simmer for 60 mins.