QUINOA TURKEY CHILI
This heart-healthy turkey quinoa chili is not only tasty, it's a vitamin and protein powerhouse! -Sharon Giljum, San Diego, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h15m
Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring quinoa and 2 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork and set aside., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, onion, red pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the chili powder, cumin and cinnamon; cook 2 minutes longer. If desired, serve with optional toppings., Add the black beans, tomatoes, zucchini, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, bay leaf, oregano, salt, pepper and remaining water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in corn and quinoa; heat through. Discard bay leaf; stir in cilantro. Serve with optional toppings as desired.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Kabeer jan Khetran
[email protected]This is the best turkey chili I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor.
Sandadi Dissanayake
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my chili turned out perfect. It's so flavorful and hearty. I'll definitely be making this again.
malk palk
[email protected]This chili is way too spicy for me. I had to add a lot of sour cream to make it edible.
Yvonne Ruuya
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chili turned out bland and watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.
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[email protected]This chili is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!
Irankunda Edward
[email protected]I'm not a fan of quinoa, so I used brown rice instead. It turned out great!
Umer Huzaifa
[email protected]This chili is a bit too spicy for me, but I was able to tone it down by adding some sour cream and shredded cheese.
Maya hana
[email protected]I added a can of black beans to this chili and it was delicious! It gave it an extra boost of protein and fiber.
R Akter
[email protected]This chili is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great meal to make ahead of time and freeze.
Mohammad Sarif
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sarah Anulumadu
[email protected]This chili is easy to make and packed with flavor. I love that it's a healthier version of traditional chili, thanks to the quinoa and turkey.
Christine Ysterman
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like quinoa in chili, but I was pleasantly surprised! It adds a nice texture and heartiness to the dish.
Pat Torres
[email protected]This chili is a winner! It's got a great balance of flavors and a nice kick of heat. I especially love the addition of quinoa, which gives it a boost of protein and fiber.