This turkey chili is an excellent source of magnesium from beans. Magnesium supports the maintenance of normal muscle and nerve function. In addition, turkey is a great source of vitamin B3 (niacin), which supports cell growth and helps regulate metabolism. Cinnamon is also a terrific spice to have in your cabinet because it can help regulate blood sugar that has been erratic, as well as reduce cholesterol levels and overall inflammation.

Turkey Chili

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Course: Main Course

Keyword: chili, turkey

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Author: Chef Abbie Gellman RD

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 medium onion chopped
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ¼ - 1 teaspoon ground red pepper
• ¼ - 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 large can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 ½ cups corn or 1 can 12 ounces corn
• 1 ½ cups cooked black beans or 1 can 14 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 ½ cups cooked pinto beans or 1 can 14 ounces pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

• Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onion. Cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until softened.
• Add the ground turkey. Brown the turkey in the pot, being careful not to separate the turkey into small bits. Add cumin, cinnamon, red pepper, and chili powder.
• Add the tomatoes and bring the chili to a simmer. Add the corn, beans, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper, if desired. Season with the salt and black pepper.
• Return the chili to a simmer. Remove from the heat. Garnish with the cilantro.

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Nutrition

Calories 275
Total fat 7g
Protein 20g
Saturated fat 2g
Carbohydrates 33g
Sodium 360mg
Fiber 10g