Turkey Chili Mac

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.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
50 min
Total Time
70 min
Servings
6

Instructions

  1. 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.'}

  2. 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.'}

  3. 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.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add turkey and more chicken broth if needed; cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes more.'}

  5. 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.'}

  6. 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)

373
Calories
32 g
Protein
30 g
Carbs
14 g
Fat
6 g
Fiber
1865 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/282418/turkey-chili-mac/
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