Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 pound

ground turkey

1 unit

poblano pepper

seeded and finely chopped

2 cup

water

1 tsp

chipotle chili powder

32 unit

pinto beans

rinsed and drained

16 unit

mild salsa

1 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

Step 1
~5 min

Heat vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Add ground turkey and poblano pepper to the saucepan.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook for 5 minutes or until the turkey is browned, stirring to crumble the turkey.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in water, chipotle chili powder, pinto beans, and salsa.

Step 5
~5 min

Cover the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6
~5 min

Mash the beans lightly with a potato masher until the soup is slightly thickened.

Step 7
~5 min

Ladle the chili evenly into 6 bowls.

Step 8
~5 min

Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve with Corn Muffins.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chipotle chili powder to your desired level of spiciness.

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Top with chopped cilantro or green onions for added freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chili can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips.

Garnish with avocado or lime wedges.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Tortilla Chips
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A popular comfort food in the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tailgating
Super Bowl Parties

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Weeknight Dinner
Fall Recipes

Popularity Score

75/100

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