Turkey Chili

Servings: 6 (1 cup each)
21-Day Fix Containers: 1 red, 1/2 green

Ingredients:
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lbs raw 93% lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 Tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste; optional)
2 (15 oz) cans black beans (or pinto beans), drained & rinsed
1 (15 oz) can all-natural diced tomatoes, no sugar added
12 fresh cilantro sprigs, finely chopped (for garnish; optional)

Stove-top Directions:
~ Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
~ Add turkey, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-8 minutes, or until turkey is no longer pink.
~ Add cumin, chili powder, salt & cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute.
~ Add beans and tomatoes (with liquid). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Gently boil, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until thickened.
~ Serve warm, sprinkled with cilantro (a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt is optional as substitute for sour cream).

Crockpot Directions:
~ Brown turkey in saucepan until no longer pink.
~ Add all ingredients into the crockpot and cook on low for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally.
~ Serve warm, sprinkled with cilantro (a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt is optional as substitute for sour cream).