Turkey Chili with Barley

Chili is perfect any time of year; but, especially on cold snowy days.  This recipe is a healthier version of chili and quite tasty.  Please enjoy and pray that nicer weather is around the corner.  As they say, “Enough snow already!”

WHAT YOU NEED:

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1-15 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1-8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1-15 oz can red beans
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup barley

DIRECTIONS:

Brown turkey and garlic until meat is no longer pink. Drain the fat and discard.  Stir in the spices.  Add the tomatoes, sauce, water, and barley.  Let simmer for 20 minutes.  Stir in the kidney beans and simmer an additional 20 minutes.  Makes 8- 1 cup servings.  May top with fat-free sour cream and shredded cheese.

NUTRITION INFO:  (PER SERVING)

175 Calories; 5 gm fat; 45 mg cholesterol; 806 mg sodium; 19 gm carbohydrate; 5 gm fiber; 15 gm protein

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Author: gogirldiet

Registered Dietitian at gogirldiet.com

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