Cincinnati Turkey Chili
Dive into a bowl of hearty, flavor-packed Cincinnati Turkey Chili—a lighter twist on the classic Midwest favorite. This unique chili blends lean ground turkey with a bold medley of spices, including chili powder, cinnamon, cocoa, and cloves, creating a savory-sweet depth that's truly unforgettable. Simmered with tomatoes and beef broth, it’s served over a bed of tender spaghetti, making it a deliciously comforting one-bowl meal. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, and red kidney beans, this recipe offers a customizable feast that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings, Cincinnati Turkey Chili will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon allspice
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces cooked spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup chopped onions (optional for topping)
- 1 cup red kidney beans, heated (optional for topping)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cinnamon, cocoa powder, ground cumin, allspice, ground cloves, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with juices), and beef broth. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices if needed.
To serve, place a portion of cooked spaghetti on a plate or in a bowl. Ladle the turkey chili over the spaghetti.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, and heated red kidney beans as desired.
Enjoy the chili while warm, accompanied by crusty bread or oyster crackers if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 1065 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 662 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
