Doin' Some Cookin'... Turkey Chili

Chili is an incredibly easy meal to make, especially when a slow cooker is involved. This recipe is features turkey that has been slowly simmered with tomatoes and fiber-filled beans. 

With the colder weather we've been having it finally feels like Winter is right around the corner. True story, I was literally wearing a tee shirt yesterday while in Lake Charles, Louisiana with temps in the mid 70s. No joke. Thankfully it was a cold day because this was perfect to come home to after a hard day at work and the smell of this having simmered all day long was divine. Monday Month Ends are rough and this was so comforting. 

You really can't go wrong with chili because it's adaptable to fit your tastes. Switch up the meat, beans, veggies, and tweak the spices. Make it your own.

(Everything into the pot the night before.)

Turkey Chili

Makes 4-6 Servings

Stars of the Show:

• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 2 tbsp onion powder
• 1 1/2 cups cubed butternut squash
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
• 1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• sea salt and black pepper, to taste
• chipotle chili powder, to taste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

And Action:

Cook ground turkey in a skillet until browned. 

Pour meat into a Crockpot with the remaining ingredients stirring until combined. 

Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours.

Top with shredded cheese, greek yogurt, and green onions, if desired. Enjoy!

(With toppings all mixed up!)