Low-Fat Turkey Chili Recipe

Ingredients

Servings: 4

1/2 tbsp canola oil

1/2 cup chopped red onion

2 medium garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp dried oregano, crumbled

1 tsp chopped fresh jalapeno pepper, seeds and ribs discarded

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 pound lean ground turkey breast, skin discarded before grinding 14.5-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained

8-ounce can no-salt-added tomato sauce

1 cup low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth

15-ounce can no-salt-added kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Nutrition Facts

Exchanges/Choices:

4 Very Lean Meat

2 Vegetable

1 Starch

Calories 271

Calories from Fat 31

Fat 3g

Saturated Fat 0.5g

Cholesterol 65mg

Sodium 139mg

Carbohydrate 27g

Dietary Fiber 8g

Sugar 10g

Protein 33g

Cooking Methods

In a medium nonstick saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic for about 2 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
Stir in the cumin, oregano, jalapeno and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Increase the heat to medium high. Stir in the turkey. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until browned on the outside, stirring frequently.
Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, still over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 30 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced by about one-third.

Fun Facts / Cooking Tips

Discover various cooking tips, health and nutrition facts.

Fresh jalapeno pepper and crushed red pepper flakes will get your attention when you sample this delicious diabetic dish.

Cooking tips: Hot chili peppers contain oils that can burn your skin, lips, and eyes. Wear rubber gloves or wash your hand thoroughly with warm, soapy water immediately after handling peppers.

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