Hearty Turkey Chili (with a surprising ingredient)- with yoyomax12

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are high in protein and cheaper than canned beans.

diced tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while crushed tomatoes are often cheaper.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and can be more affordable.

Start with a large skillet and heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Add 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and 3 cloves of minced garlic; cook until the onions are translucent and the garlic is soft.

Add 1 pound of ground turkey and cook until it's no longer pink, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula.

Transfer the mixture to a larger pan if needed for space.

Add 1 cup of salsa, 1/2 cup of canned corn, and 1 (19 oz) can of drained red kidney beans.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 2 teaspoons of cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Add 1 tablespoon of hot chocolate mix and 1 (19 oz) can of chopped tomatoes; stir well.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover, cooking for about 35 to 40 minutes until nicely cooked and flavors meld together.

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