Barbecue Turkey Chili

January 08, 2015

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I have a confession to make. Sometimes I don't feel like cooking. (gasp) Yes, I know it may come as a shock to hear that someone who blogs about food gets tired of cooking but it happens. It's usually when I'm super busy or it's the holidays and I am DONE carting food to everyone and their dog's house. Yep, I get tired of cooking and I want something quick, easy and, for the love, something I can prepare with ingredients I already have on hand. This chili fits that bill

1 T. olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 t. smoked paprika
1 T. + 2 t. chili powder
1 T. cumin
1/2 t. pepper
2 t. salt
1 t. crushed red pepper
1 (19.2 oz.) package ground turkey (I used 93/7)
1 (12 oz.) jar roasted red peppers in water, drained and chopped
1 (15 oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
3 c. low sodium chicken broth
1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 c. barbecue sauce
1/2 c. shredded cheese for garnish, if desired
1/2 c. chopped cilantro for garnish, if desired

Heat a large soup pot over medium heat and add the olive oil, onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the paprika, chili powder, cumin, pepper, salt, crushed red...
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Nutritions

Calories
431

Sodium
1349mg
56% DV

Fat
9g
15% DV

Protein
38g
77% DV

Carbs
59g
20% DV

Fiber
25g
101% DV

Turkey Low-Calorie