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Skinny Turkey Chili

Skinny Turkey Chili
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
55 min
Yields
6 servings

Cocoa lends an earthy flavor to the turkey (which has less flavor than the traditional beef), with only 20 calories making this dish only 363 calories per serving!

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ingredients

1
Tbsp olive oil
1
lb(s) ground turkey
Salt and pepper
2
tsp chili powder
1
tsp ground cumin
1
tsp dried oregano
Pinch ground cinnamon
½
red onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
3
clove garlic, chopped
2
carrots, diced (½ inch), about 1 cup
1 14
oz can chopped whole tomatoes, with juice
½
chipotle pepper in adobo, seeded and chopped, with about ½ teaspoon adobo sauce
2
cup water
1
Tbsp cocoa powder
2
can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (14-15 ounce)
½
cup chopped cilantro (leaves and slender stems), plus ¼ cup for serving
Bittersweet chocolate, grated, for serving
3
scallions, chopped, for serving
½
cup non-fat yogurt, for serving
1
whole wheat tortilla (for homemade tortilla strips garnish)
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directions

Step 1

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the turkey, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon, and cook, stirring, 3 minutes, or until the water evaporates and the turkey sizzles.

Step 2

Add the onion, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until the onion is wilted, 5 to 7 minutes. (If the onion or the spices begin to stick to the pan, add 2 tablespoons water and scrape with a wooden spoon to release.)

Step 3

Add the carrots, tomatoes, chipotle pepper, water, and cocoa powder. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and cook, partially covered, 25 minutes. Stir in the beans and 1/2 cup cilantro and cook 15 more minutes.

Step 4

To serve, ladle into soup bowls and grate a tiny amount of chocolate over each. Top with scallions, the remaining cilantro, and a spoonful of yogurt.

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