Game day turkey and veggie chili
Just in time for the big game, this chili is healthy and delicious and can be made in large quantities. It is just the right amount of sweet and savory, and the lean turkey meat keeps the overall calorie content reasonable.
Servings: 15
Prep time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound sweet turkey sausage, casing removed
- 1/2 pound spicy turkey sausage, casing removed
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh garlic, chopped
- 1 cup fresh (or frozen) corn
- 2 carrots, diced small
- 2 zucchinis, diced small
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 packs chili seasoning mix
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- 1 can tomato paste
- 1 28-ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
- 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 16-ounce can kidney beans, drained
- 1 16-ounce can chili beans, drained
- 1/2 cup brown sugar BBQ sauce
Directions
- In a large heavy pot on medium-high heat, add turkey sausage, onion, and garlic.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until browned. Drain fat off meat. Add remaining ingredients, stir and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer on low for 30 to 40 minutes. Adjust broth to desired thickness and seasonings to taste.
Nutrition information (per serving)
- Calories: 199
- Protein: 12 g
- Total fat: 4 g
- Total carbohydrate: 30 g