Turkey Chili Mac
Chef John's turkey chili mac recipe uses simple seasonings, such as chili powder, ground dried chipotle, cocoa powder, cumin, cinnamon, and oregano.
Instructions
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1
{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and 1 teaspoon salt; cook and stir until onion starts to soften and turns translucent, about 5 minutes.'}
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2
{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Meanwhile, combine chili powder, cumin, black pepper, cocoa powder, ground chipotle, oregano, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Add spice mixture and garlic to onion; cook and stir, 1 to 2 minutes.'}
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3
{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Stir in 4 cups chicken broth, diced tomatoes with chiles, and tomato sauce; increase heat to high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.'}
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4
{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add turkey and more chicken broth if needed; cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes more.'}
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5
{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Taste; adjust seasonings as needed. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil. Stir in pinto beans and elbow macaroni; cover pot tightly with a lid. Cook, covered, until pasta is just barely tender, about 5 minutes.'}
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6
{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Turn off heat; remove lid and stir well. Cover; let sit for 5 minutes. Uncover; stir in Cheddar cheese and serve immediately.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (6 servings total)