Description
This Apple Sage Turkey Chili is a savory and slightly sweet twist on classic chili, featuring ground turkey, diced apples, and fragrant sage. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it brings together warming spices and hearty white beans in a flavorful, comforting pot.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Spices & Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Cook Turkey: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Apples and Spices: Stir in the diced apples, dried sage, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spices are well incorporated.
- Add Liquids and Beans: Add the diced tomatoes, white beans, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the apples to soften.
- Finish with Vinegar: Stir in the apple cider vinegar for a bright finish to the chili. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with fresh sage leaves for a fragrant touch.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase the cayenne pepper or add chopped jalapeños.
- Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- This chili can be made vegetarian by replacing turkey with extra beans and using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freezes well up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
