30 Minute Spicy Turkey and Pepper Chili
Here's a warm filling and spicy chili recipe that only takes 30 minutes and is the perfect one pot meal for budgeters and comfort food lovers alike. Top it with sour cream, green onions and jalapeno slices if you like it extra spicy! It's also phenomenal with cornbread!
Ingredients
- 2 tbso olive oil
- ½ yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- ½ jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 4 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1½ tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2-3 tbsp Tabasco or any other hot sauce, to taste
- 1 15oz can of diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 16oz can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 16oz can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 16oz can white or yellow sweet corn, drained
To Serve
- sour cream
- sliced green onions
- sliced jalapeno
- cilantro
- shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a heavy bottomed pot over medium high heat.
- Add the onions and bell peppers and sautee for 5 minutes until starting to soften.
- Add in the turkey and break up the meat with a wooden spoon. For a rustic chili, break into chunkier pieces. For a smoother, diner-style chili, break the meat into finer pieces, like spaghetti sauce.
- Add in all of the dry spices (chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt/pepper, paprika, garlic powder) and hot sauce. Mix to combine.
- Add in the beans, corn, and jalapeno pepper. Stir to combine.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and 1/2 can of water. Bring to a simmer then lower the heat to medium low.
- Simmer the chili for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally and seasoning to taste.
- To serve, ladle into bowls and top with your favorite toppings. Most important step: Enjoy.