Smoked Turkey Chili with Serrano Peppers

Source: https://www.vindulge.com/smoked-turkey-chili/

Total Time: 1 hours 15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon chicken rub
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups diced red onion (one small onion)
  • 1 cup diced red pepper (one red pepper)
  • 2 serrano peppers, diced ribs and seeds removed
  • 2 garlic cloves, diced
  • 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce
  • 1 15-ounce can petite diced tomato
  • 1 15-ounce can white kidney or cannellini beans
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Preheat: Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
  • Smoke Turkey: Spread the ground turkey in loose crumbles on a sheet pan and toss with your seasoning. Place the pan on the smoker and cook for up to 1 hour, or until the largest pieces reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
  • Drain: Remove the turkey from the smoker and discard any fat or liquid in the tray before storing or adding the meat to the chili.

FOR THE SAUCE

    • Sauté: In a medium pot over medium heat, add olive oil. When it just begins to smoke lightly, add the onions, bell pepper, and serrano peppers. Cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes, until softened but not browned (reduce the heat if they start to brown).
    • Spice: Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, then add the ancho chili powder and stir for another minute.
    • Simmer: Pour in the beer, stir, and increase the heat to bring to a simmer. Add the smoked ground turkey, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire, and salt. Stir to combine and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with your favorite chili toppings.
  • Serve and Enjoy!

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