Maple-Spiced Turkey Chili: A Hearty And Flavorful One-Pot Meal
This maple-spiced turkey chili is a delicious and hearty one-pot meal that’s perfect for a cozy night in. Ground turkey is cooked with onions, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper, then simmered with diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, a touch of maple syrup, and a flavorful blend of spices that include cinnamon and nutmeg. The result is a thick and satisfying chili with a sweet and savory flavor. Serve it with your favorite toppings, like shredded cheese and sour cream, for an extra burst of deliciousness. This recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
Per Serving: 405 calories, 33g protein, 11g fat, 45g carbohydrates, 12g fiber, 16g sugar, 1160mg sodium.
Recipe: Christa Flood
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, mince
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and draine
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapenos, chopped green onions, chopped fresh cilantro
Menu Info
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Remove turkey from the pot and set aside.
Step 2
In the same pot, add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.
Step 3
Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, salt, black pepper, broth, and maple syrup. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 4
dd the browned turkey back to the pot and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Serve the maple-spiced turkey chili hot with your desired toppings. Enjoy!