Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Fruits
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups sliced sweet potatoes (halved and quartered)
2 cups diced apples
Seasonings
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage (divided)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
A sprinkle of nutmeg
Protein & Base
2 pounds ground lean turkey
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
Tomatoes & Beans
3 cups crushed tomatoes
2 cups strained tomatoes (or marinara sauce)
1–2 cans kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
Instructions
- Cook the Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the carrots and sweet potatoes and cook for about 5–7 minutes until they begin to soften. - Brown the Turkey
Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. - Add Seasonings
Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon sage, cinnamon, nutmeg, and chili powder. Mix well so the meat and vegetables are evenly coated with spices. - Add Tomato Base
Add the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and strained tomatoes (or marinara sauce). Stir everything together until well combined. - Add Apples and Beans
Mix in the diced apples and kidney beans. Add the remaining salt and sage. - Simmer the Chili
Bring the chili to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined. - Serve
Ladle the chili into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy it on its own or with bread, rice, or cornbread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes