Turkey Chili Recipe

Chili is the perfect dish during the winter months. While chili recipes can be high in fat and calories, they do not need to be. A few simple substitutions can be the difference between a healthful meal and one that is less than so.

Prep: 20 min. Cook: 6.5 hours
Yield: 13 Servings

Ingredients
1 pound lean ground turkey
3/4 cup each chopped onion, celery and green pepper
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup frozen corn
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

Directions
1. In a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, onion, celery and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
2. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, water, corn and seasonings. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
3. Reduce heat to low; cook for 5-6 hours. Add kidney and black beans; cook 30 minutes longer.

Nutritional Facts: Serving Size (1 cup): 190 calories, 4 g fat, 28 mg cholesterol, 739 mg sodium, 27 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 13 g protein

Recipe adapted from Taste of Home Turkey Chili Recipe