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Turkey Apple Chili Recipe

Turkey Apple Chili Recipe
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A hearty and flavorful Turkey Apple Chili combining lean ground turkey with sweet potatoes, carrots, and diced apples, enhanced by warm spices and rich tomato base. This comforting dish is perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal with a subtle sweetness balancing the savory chili spices.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Fruits

  • 2 cups sliced carrots
  • 2 cups sliced sweet potatoes (halved and quartered)
  • 2 cups diced apple

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp salt (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp rubbed sage (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • a sprinkle of nutmeg
  • 2 tsp chili powder

Protein

  • 2 lbs ground lean turkey

Other

  • 1 Tbs olive oil
  • 3 Tbs tomato paste
  • 3 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups strained tomatoes (or marinara sauce)
  • 1–2 cans kidney beans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil and cook vegetables: Put 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a large pot and heat over medium heat. Add the diced apples, sliced sweet potatoes, and sliced carrots. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of rubbed sage, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a sprinkle of nutmeg. Stir occasionally and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  2. Cook the turkey: Add the ground lean turkey to the pot. Break it up with a spatula and cook for another 5 minutes until the turkey is browned and cooked through.
  3. Add tomato paste and spices: Stir in 3 tablespoons of tomato paste, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of rubbed sage, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix thoroughly to combine and ensure the tomato paste is evenly distributed.
  4. Add tomatoes: Pour in the 3 cups of crushed tomatoes and 2 cups of strained tomatoes or marinara sauce. Stir to combine all ingredients into a hearty chili base.
  5. Simmer chili: Reduce heat to low-medium and let the chili simmer gently for 20 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
  6. Add kidney beans (optional): If using kidney beans, drain and rinse them, then add to the chili towards the end of cooking. Heat through before serving.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of chili powder based on your preferred spice level.
  • Kidney beans are optional but add extra protein and fiber.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, cook uncovered during simmering to reduce liquid.
  • Use fresh spices for best flavor impact.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days and freeze well for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Turkey chili, apple chili, low fat chili, healthy turkey recipe, autumn chili, sweet potato chili

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