Healthy Turkey Tex-Mex Chili

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup chicken broth

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until they are softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add the bell pepper and jalapeno pepper and cook for 2 minutes more.
3. Add the ground turkey, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the turkey is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, pinto beans, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Chili is one of the most popular dishes in Texas, where it originated.
• Ground turkey is a great substitute for ground beef in chili, as it is lower in fat and calories.
• Adding vegetables like bell peppers and jalapenos to chili adds additional flavor and nutrition.