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chili in bowl with greek yogurt, green onion, cheddar, and chips

Three Bean Chili

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  • Author: Ashlea Carver
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

The best Three Bean Chili recipe that’s hearty, warmly spiced, and so delicious! This easy chili comes together on the stove and is packed spices plus my secret chili ingredient. If you’re looking for a delicious way to eat more beans then this is one recipe the whole family will enjoy, especially when you add your favorite toppings! 


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 – 15 oz can fire-roasted canned tomatoes
  • 1 – 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 – 15 oz can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 – 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 3/4 cups beef broth
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream, for serving
  • sliced green onion, for serving
  • shredded white cheddar, for serving


Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in heavy-bottomed pot or dutch oven over medium-high. Add the ground turkey to the pan and brown. Breaking it up as it cooks.
  2. Once the meat has started to brown, add the diced onion and continue to cook until the onion begins to become tender.
  3. Next, add the garlic, dried bay leaves, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, paprika, chipotle powder, cocoa powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir until well combined. Sauté for 1 more minute until the spices are fragrant.
  4. Next add the canned tomatoes, beans, and beef broth to the pot. Bring the chili to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let the chili simmer for 30-40 minutes until the chili has thickened.
  5. Serve the chili with your favorite toppings!