Healthy Instant Pot Turkey Chili

Overview

• Protein: 23 grams per serving
• Fiber: 10 grams per serving
• Calories: 235 calories per serving
• Key Ingredients: Freshly diced peppers, homemade chili seasoning
• Cooking Method: Instant Pot (pressure cooker) for quick flavor development

Recipe Walkthrough

Make Your Own Chili Seasoning

• Ingredients Needed:
  • Chili powder
  • Smoked paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Ground coriander
  • Cumin
  • Dried oregano
• Tips:
  • Freshly diced onions and garlic can be used instead of powders.
  • Avoid adding salt initially due to varying sodium content in canned ingredients.
  • Store-bought chili seasoning can be used but watch sodium levels.

Pepper Preparation

• Pepper Options:
  • Sweet mini bell peppers
  • Shishito peppers
  • For extra spice: ancho, poblano, jalapeño, or gaujillo peppers
• Alternative:
  • Pre-made hidden veggie sauce to reduce knife work

Cooking Instructions

1. Brown Ground Turkey in Instant Pot
   • Use Instant Pot's sauté function.
   • Allow proper browning for enhanced flavor (Maillard reaction).
2. Adding Ingredients
   • Dice peppers and add after one side of turkey is browned.
   • Brown the other side, then crumble and fully cook.
3. Deglazing
   • Turn off Instant Pot.
   • Add tomato sauce and balsamic vinegar.
   • Deglaze the pot to avoid burn errors and incorporate flavor.
4. Add Beans and Broth
   • Use a mix of black, pinto, and kidney beans.
   • Can use other beans of choice.
   • Don't drain beans to retain nutrients; adjust broth accordingly.
   • Pressure cook for 15 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with:
  • Corn chips or baked tortilla chips
  • Shredded cheese
  • Scallions or diced chiles
  • Fat-free Greek yogurt as sour cream alternative
• Incorporate into other meals:
  • Stuffed chili spuds
  • Baked corn chips Frito pie
  • Over hash browns with fried eggs
  • Chili cheese dog boats
  • Chili cornbread casserole

Ingredients

• Main Ingredients:
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey (97/3)
  • 2 (250g) Bell Peppers, diced
  • 8 oz can Tomato Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp (30g) Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 C Chicken Broth
  • 3 cans (15 oz each) Beans (black, pinto, kidney)
• Chili Seasoning:
  • 2 Tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1/2 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tbsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander

Instructions

1. Brown one side of ground turkey using sauté function (4-6 minutes).
2. Flip turkey, add diced peppers, brown other side (4-5 minutes).
3. Turn off Instant Pot, add tomato sauce, balsamic vinegar, deglaze pot, add chili seasoning.
4. Add beans, broth, seal Instant Pot, pressure cook for 15 minutes.
5. Serve with preferred toppings.

Nutrition Information

• Serving Size: 300g (about 1 1/3 C)
• Calories: 235
• Total Fat: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 31g
• Fiber: 10g
• Protein: 23g

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