Turkey Chili



This no-bean turkey chili has a spot in my January 10-Day Cleanse and is a staple in our fridge all winter long. It's easy to whip up and makes a great quick-grab, protein-rich lunch. Top with avocado and cilantro and enjoy with a big side salad to keep it more Heartful. 

 

Ingredients

• 1 package organic ground turkey

• 1 red pepper

• 1/2 medium onion

• 1 celery stalk

• 1 T chili powder

• 1 T cumin

• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

• 14.5 oz BPA-free can of organic tomato sauce (1/2 can only for thicker chili)

• 14.5 oz BPA-free can of organic diced tomato

• 1 cup veggie or chicken broth (1/2 cup only for thicker chili)

• 2 T extra virgin olive oil

• salt and pepper to taste

 

Instructions

• In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat

• Sauté onions until soft

• Add turkey, cook until brown

• Add red pepper, celery, cook until soft

• Add spices

• Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and broth

• Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer for 30 minutes. 

 

Serves: 4-5

Time: 40 minutes with prep

 

HEARTFUL RECIPE - One of our real food recipes that focuses on veggies, protein, healthy fats and/or healthy carbs and doesn't include gluten, dairy, soy, refined sugar, corn or peanuts.

 

Write-up by Pam.