Monday, November 29, 2010

Southwestern Turkey Chili

Still have leftover turkey hanging around? Try this super easy recipe for turkey chili. It is perfect for the cold weather and you can make it in a snap!



You can also substitute chicken for the turkey if you want to make this any other time of year when you don't necessarily have leftover turkey!

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 lb. leftover turkey, shredded
1 14.5 oz. can of petite diced tomatoes
1 10 oz. can of Rotel
1 15 oz. can of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 15 oz. can of black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen yellow corn
1 teaspoon dried onion
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups water

Optional toppings:
Shredded cheese
Sour Cream
Fresh Cilantro, chopped
Tortilla Chips

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Saute onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a slow cook and add all remaining ingredients, stirring to combine. Turn slowcooker to high and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours. Serve with desired toppings and tortilla chips or corn bread.

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