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Turkey and Pinto Bean Chili

Just like some Mexican moles, this chili has a bit of chocolate in it. Serve sour cream and shredded sharp cheddar cheese alongside.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

Nonstick olive oil spray

1

large onion, chopped

2

medium-size red bell peppers, chopped

6

garlic cloves, chopped

2

pounds ground turkey

3

tablespoons chili powder

1

1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1

1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

3

15-ounce cans pinto beans, drained

1

28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice

3

cups canned low-salt chicken broth

1

ounce semisweet chocolate, chopped

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Preparation

  1. Generously spray bottom of heavy large pot with nonstick spray. Add onion, bell peppers and garlic and sauté over high heat until vegetables begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Add turkey and sauté until no longer pink, breaking up large pieces with back of fork, about 5 minutes. Mix in chili powder, cumin and oregano and stir 1 minute. Add beans, tomatoes with juices, broth and chocolate. Bring chili to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered until chili thickens, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper.