Summer Turkey And Black Bean Chili
This flavorful, light and fiber-rich chili is a nice alternative to grilled food on a hot night. Make it in the morning when it is cool outside or cook it right before serving. I serve it with brown rice mixed with fresh cilantro, a dollop of low fat sour cream and baked tortilla chips.
Steps
In a 4 quart pot over medium heat , heat 1 teaspoon olive oil.
Add onion and cook 3 minutes.
Add garlic and cook 2 minutes more or until onions are soft.
Transfer cooked onion / garlic mixture to a plate and set aside.
Return pot to stove.
In same pot heat remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil.
Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink , about 8 to 10 minutes.
Return onion / garlic mixture to the pot.
Add green chilies , black beans , cumin , chili powder , cayenne pepper , salt and pepper.
Stir to combine well.
Add chicken broth.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer slowly for 20 to 25 minutes.
Alternatively , it could be simmered on low in a crock pot for 6 hours.
Ingredients
olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, ground turkey breast, green chili peppers, black beans, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt & fresh ground pepper, fat-free low-sodium chicken broth