Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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7
servings
2 lbs

Ground Turkey

15 ounce

Dark Red Kidney Beans

drained

15 ounce

Light Red Kidney Beans

drained

29 ounce

Diced Tomatoes

0.5 cup

Water

1 unit

Yellow Onion

finely chopped

1.25 ounce

Original Chili Seasoning

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

2 tsp

Paprika

1.5 tsp

Cayenne Pepper

1 tsp

Granulated Sugar

1 tsp

Garlic Powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Ground Black Pepper

Step 1
~29 min

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~29 min

Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes.

Step 3
~29 min

Add garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper and sauté for 30 seconds.

Step 4
~29 min

Pour the sautéed onions and spices into a crockpot.

Step 5
~29 min

Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add ground turkey.

Step 6
~29 min

Stir occasionally until the ground turkey is browned.

Step 7
~29 min

Drain any excess fat from the cooked ground turkey and add it to the crockpot.

Step 8
~29 min

Add the diced tomatoes, drained kidney beans (both dark and light red), water or beef broth, sugar, salt, pepper, and chili seasoning mix to the crockpot.

Step 9
~29 min

Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 10
~29 min

Cook on low heat for 6 hours in the crockpot.

Step 11
~29 min

Serve the chili warm.

Step 12
~29 min

Optionally top with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, or hot sauce.

Step 13
~29 min

Consider serving with fresh cornbread or biscuits, baked potatoes, saltine crackers, or tortilla chips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of water.

Add a can of corn for added sweetness and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread or biscuits.

Top with shredded cheese and sour cream.

Add a dollop of hot sauce for extra heat.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Corn on the Cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tailgating
Super Bowl Parties
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Game Day
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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