Easy Turkey Chili by Kristen Mccaffrey

• 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
• 2 tbsp canned chipotle pepper in adobo, diced
• 1 lb. 99% lean ground turkey
• 1.5 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 14 oz. canned diced tomatoes (not drained)
• 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
• Salt and pepper
• 14 oz. canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1. Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, red pepper, celery, and jalapeno. Cook for 5-8 minutes until onions are beginning to become translucent.
2. Add the turkey, chili powder, oregano, cumin, and bay leaf. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the turkey until it is browned.
3. Add the tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Add the beans and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.