Healthy Turkey Chili

I may be a day late but as promised here is the recipe for my healthy turkey chili. I originally found a similar recipe and since the first time I made it its become a favorite. It makes a TON which is great for leftovers and its very healthy as it is fully of veggies.

What You'll Need:

• 1-1.25 lbs lean turkey meat
• 2 chopped carrots
• 2 chopped celery sticks
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 diced green bell pepper
• 1 diced yellow onion
• 2-3 cloves diced garlic
• 28oz can of crushed tomatoes
• 28oz can petite diced tomatoes
• 16oz can black beans
• 16oz can kidney beans
• 1 can of water
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp oregano
• 2 tsp red pepper flakes
• salt and pepper to taste

* all of the spices should be adjusted to your taste, depending on how hot you like your chili, I recently made a batch with a little extra spice and it was too much for me

1. First brown your turkey meat in a pan with a little olive oil, once done set aside

2. Chop up all your veggies, keeping the onion separate

3. Sauté onion in some olive oil until translucent, then add it other veggies and garlic and continue sautéing for about 5 minutes

4. In your large pot combine turkey meat, veggies, cans of tomatoes and beans, a 16oz can of water and spices. Stir to combine, bring to a boil. Once boiling reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 30 minutes.

5. Top with a little shredded cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt and enjoy!

I have come to love this recipe because it is simple, makes a large quantity and is healthy. I often make a big pot on Sundays and take it for lunch throughout the week. With this batch I froze half of it right away to have for future nights where cooking isn't an option so at least there will be a healthy option.