day after turkey day chili

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PINE MOUNTAIN, GA
Updated on Nov 29, 2015

This is a quick, easy and tasty way to use up some Thanksgiving or Christmas leftover Turkey. We enjoy this chili over yellow saffron rice. Hope you enjoy.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield Makes a large pot

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 large bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 large cloves of garlic, minced
  • 6 to 8 cup - leftover turkey, cubed (can substitute other meats)
  • 3 cans (15.5 oz each) pinto beans, drained (can use other beans if desired; kidney, black beans, etc)
  • 1 can (10-oz) rotel tomatoes (original, mild or hot)
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15-oz) can corn, drained
  • 1 - (32-oz) container chicken broth (can use water and bouillon)
  • 1 tablespoon oregano, dried
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 to 1 tablespoons cumin
  • - salt and pepper to taste

How To Make day after turkey day chili

  • Step 1
    Sauté bell pepper, garlic and onions in hot oil. Add remaining ingredients except flour; bring to slow boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Make a paste with flour and some of the liquid from chili; stir into chili to thicken. Taste test and add additional seasoning if desired

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Category: Turkey
Category: Chili
Keyword: #Christmas
Keyword: #leftovers
Keyword: #Leftover
Keyword: #Turkey
Keyword: #chili
Ingredient: Turkey
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top
Collection: Thanksgiving 2.0

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