Name: Turkey Apple Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups sliced carrots; 2 cups sliced sweet potatoes (halved and quartered); 2 cups diced apple; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons salt (divided); 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage (divided); 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; A sprinkle of nutmeg; 2 lbs ground lean turkey; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 3 cups crushed tomatoes; 2 cups strained tomatoes (or marinara sauce); 1-2 cans kidney beans (optional)

Description

A hearty and flavorful chili combining lean turkey, sweet apples, and hearty vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups sliced sweet potatoes (halved and quartered)
2 cups diced apple
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage (divided)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
A sprinkle of nutmeg
2 lbs ground lean turkey
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
3 cups crushed tomatoes
2 cups strained tomatoes (or marinara sauce)
1–2 cans kidney beans (optional)

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the sliced carrots, sweet potatoes, and diced apples. Sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Also add 1 teaspoon of rubbed sage, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the veggies have softened slightly, add the ground turkey. Cook for another 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon until it’s browned.
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of sage, and 1 teaspoon of salt until everything is well mixed.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and strained tomatoes, mixing thoroughly. Reduce the heat to low-medium.
Let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. If using kidney beans, add them in the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Notes

For a spicier version, consider adding chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper. Ground turkey can be swapped for ground chicken or beef if preferred. Adding a splash of apple cider vinegar right before serving can enhance flavors.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 60mg