Description
Turkey Apple Chili is a comforting and flavorful dish that beautifully marries the savory taste of ground turkey with the sweetness of apples and the heartiness of sweet potatoes. This unique chili recipe is perfect for fall gatherings, cozy family dinners, or meal prepping for busy weeknights. With its rich blend of spices and wholesome ingredients, Turkey Apple Chili will warm you from the inside out. Plus, it’s versatile enough to be customized with your favorite toppings or served alongside tasty sides. Enjoy a bowl of this nutritious chili that is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground lean turkey
- 2 cups diced apple (about 2 apples)
- 2 cups sliced sweet potatoes
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 3 cups crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- chili powder
- sage
- cinnamon
- optional: kidney beans
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced apples, sweet potatoes, and carrots along with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, sage, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add ground turkey and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste and chili powder; mix well.
- Add crushed and strained tomatoes; combine thoroughly.
- Let simmer on low-medium heat for 20-30 minutes. If using kidney beans, add them in the last few minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg