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Turkey Chili

Deer Valley Turkey Chili

This turkey and black bean chili recipe is full of flavors with a touch of sweet and a touch of savory that makes it the perfect combination.
5 from 2 votes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 stick butter (I use grass fed butter)
  • one 4 oz. can mild green chilies
  • 2/3 c. finely chopped red onion
  • 2/3 c. finely chopped celery
  • 2/3 c. finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 2/3 c. finely chopped leeks, white part only
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 T. oregano
  • 1/4 c. flour
  • 4 c. chicken stock or chicken broth
  • 2 1/2 c. frozen corn, thawed
  • 4 c. cooked, shredded turkey
  • 2 cans of black beans, drained
  • 2 T. chili powder
  • 2 T. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 c. coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • shredded cheddar cheese, optional
  • sour cream, optional
  • fresh cilantro, optional
  • diced green onions, optional

Instructions
 

  • In a large stock pot, melt butter and sauté chilies, onion, celery, pepper, leeks, garlic, and oregano over moderate low heat until softened—about 15 minutes.
  • Gradually add the flour cooking over low heat until the mixture is golden—about 15 minutes.
  • Gradually stir in the chicken broth.
  • In a blender, puree 1 ¼ c. of the corn.
  • Add corn and remaining ingredients.
  • Cook until heated through.