Spicy Turkey Sausage & Kale Chili
This Italian-inspired chili is packed with spicy turkey sausage and leafy kale for a tomato-y chili that is anything but boring. While we love classic turkey chili, when we're looking to spice things up, we turn to this recipe. Spicy ground turkey, red bell peppers, cannellini beans, tomatoes, and kale all combine for a cozy soup that will warm you up all winter long. If you're a fan of beans in your chili (or chili with a thinner consistency), then this should be next on your chili rotation.
Just like most of our other chili recipes, this bowl was made to be loaded up with the toppings. Sour cream will cool down the heat a bit, but sliced avocado or crushed crackers would also be welcome additions.
MEAL INFORMATION
- Yields: 6 serving(s)
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr
- Cal/Serv: 289
Ingredients
Step 1
- 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lb. ground spicy turkey sausage
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- Kosher salt
- 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 3 c. low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (15-oz.) can cannellini beans, rinsed, drained
- 1 (15-oz.) can diced tomatoes
- 1 large bunch Tuscan kale, stems and large center ribs removed, leaves torn into pieces
- Sour cream for topping (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat oil. Add sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cayenne, and oregano; season with salt. Cook, stirring, until tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, until slightly darkened, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add broth, beans, and diced tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, bring to a simmer, and add kale; season with salt. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until chili is thickened, about 30 minutes.