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Simple Turkey Chili Recipe Mediterranean-style

A hearty and flavorful turkey chili with Mediterranean spices and ingredients, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chili, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Meat and Beans
  • 1 lb ground turkey lean
  • 1 can canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can canned kidney beans drained and rinsed
Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with juices
Garnishes
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Dice the onion, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Mince the garlic.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and kidney beans.
Cook the Turkey
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
Add Vegetables and Spices
  1. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes.
  2. Add the cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
  3. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and kidney beans. Stir well.
Simmer the Chili
  1. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cover, cooking for 20 minutes.
  2. Stir occasionally and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese.
  2. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

This chili can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. Adjust the spices to your preference for heat.

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