21 Day Fix Extreme Turkey Chili

21 Day Fix Extreme Turkey Chili

When I began the 21 Day Fix Extreme, I was slightly overwhelmed by the thought of meal planning with those little containers, but once I got going, it wasn't that bad!! One of the recipes that came in the program's nutrition guide was Turkey Chili. It is the first recipe I tried out, and it became a staple in my meal plan! Even in the summer months, the chili really hit the spot. I would make a double batch of it, put 1-2 servings in quart-sized freezer bags, and put them in the freezer. Then I'd take them out 1 or 2 days before I would need them, and voila! An easy reheat for dinner!

Want to make your own?? Well, here is the recipe.

(Makes 6 servings, 1 c. each)

1 tsp olive oil

1 1/2 lbs ground turkey

1 medium onion

1 medium green bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 1/2 tsp ground cumin

1 Tbsp chili powder

1/2 tsp sea salt

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste; optional)

2 (15 oz) cans black beans (or pinto beans) drained, rinsed

1 (15 oz) can all-natural diced tomatoes, no sugar added

12 fresh cilantro sprigs, finely chopped (for garnish; optional)

Directions

1. Heat oil in large sauce pan over medium-high heat
2. Add turkey, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink
3. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute
4. Add beans and tomatoes (with liquid). Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low; gently bio, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until thickened.
5. Serve warm, sprinkle with cilantro.

Container Equivalents

1/2 Green

1 Red

1/2 Yellow

(From the 21 Day Fix Extreme Nutrition Guide)

You can also substitute out the black beans for pinto or garbanzo beans if you want variety, and you can also add some corn. I always put corn in for a little added flavor. Add a dollop of fat free Greek Yogurt as a sour cream substitute and a bit of cheese (Make sure to include the cheese in your containers! It's a blue!) So delicious!

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