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Easy Turkey Chili

It’s 5 pm and you have nothing planned for dinner, what do you do? Grab some fast food? How about making your own fast food that is healthy and delicious? This chili recipe is easy enough to throw together in 30 minutes, and the whole family will love it. Keep the ingredients on hand for those crazy nights when you might be tempted to call the pizza guy!
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. ground turkey
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups water
  • 28 oz. can diced fire-roasted tomatoes I used Muir Glen
  • 2 cups pinto beans I used some from my frozen stash, you could use 1 can if you want
  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. dried italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • Optional toppings - cilantro green onion, avocado, shredded cheese
  • Instructions

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add turkey and stir until cooked through.
  • Add onions and garlic, stir and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add water, tomatoes, beans and spices. Stir.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes or until ready to eat.
  • Serve with optional toppings.