Make the most of your meal-planning | Chili; 6 Different Ways

Put this dish together in just minutes- perfect last minute dinner idea! So many different ways to enjoy.

I do two different versions. Sometimes, I'll do this Chili with a Ground Turkey.  Other times, I will substitute Ground Turkey for 1 Cup Lentils.

Chili Recipe

•  1lb Ground Turkey
• 1 Packet Taco Seasoning
  
• 1 Cup Dry Lentils
• 1 Green Pepper, diced
• 1 Onion, diced
• 2-3 Jalapenos (seeded & diced)
• 1 Carrot, grated (optional)
• 2 TBSP Olive Oil
• 2 TBSP Minced Garlic
• 1 (16 oz) Jar of Salsa
• 1 Can Fire-Roasted Tomatoes
• 1 Can Pinto Beans, drained & rinsed
  
• 1 Can Kidney Beans, drained & rinsed
  
• 1 Can Black Beans , drained & rinsed
• Salt + Pepper, as desired
  

 

Begin by browning ground turkey with Taco Seasoning, if using meat. Set aside

Saute any vegetables you desires. I usually do Green Pepper, Onions, Jalapenos and A Small Amount of Carrot

Add 1-2TBSP Olive Oil to stock-pot. Lightly brown minced garlic, S + P

Next, add fully-cooked meat (if using.) Add all of your sauteed veggies, 1 Jar of Salsa (I like to do the fresh whenever possible, but jarred salsa will be fine.) Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes,  Kidney Beans, Pinto Beans & Black Beans.

Bring pot to a boil (Add Lentils, now, if using) then allow to simmer for 20-25 minutes.

Serve hot with sour cream, cheese, spring onions & cilantro, if desired.

 

Perhaps most importantly, I make the most out of this huge batch of chili by repurposing the leftovers. Here are some of the recipes my family loves to have with the leftovers.

Leftover Ideas:

• Chili w/ Rice
• Chili Fries
• Tater Tot 'Nachos' with Chili & Cheese Topping
• Baked Potatoes with Chilli
• Chili Stuffed Peppers
• Chili Mac'n'Cheese (my husband's favorite)