Hearty Pinto Bean and Turkey Chili

Ingredients

• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Ground turkey (1 pound)
• Onion (1 medium, diced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Pinto beans (2 cans (15 ounces each), drained and rinsed)
• Diced tomatoes (1 can (14.5 ounces))
• Tomato sauce (1 can (15 ounces))
• Chicken broth (2 cups)
• Chili powder (2 tablespoons)
• Cumin (1 tablespoon)
• Paprika (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Optional toppings (to taste (e.g., shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, avocado))

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the ground turkey, and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the rinsed pinto beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Season the mixture with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
5. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as needed. For a spicier kick, add more chili powder or a dash of hot sauce.
7. Serve hot in bowls, topped with your choice of shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or diced avocado for an extra layer of flavor.