TURKEY CHILI CON QUESO

 

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 (16-oz) extra lean ground turkey

  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided

  • ¼ c finely chopped onion

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tsp ground chili powder

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • ½ tsp kosher salt

  • 1 (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained

  • 3 tbsp flour

  • 2 c milk

  • 1 1/2 c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

  • Your favorite Chips for dipping

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a skillet, cook ground turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer.

  2. Add 1 tablespoon oil, onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until softened.

  3. Add chili powder, cumin, salt and drained tomatoes and green chilies. Stir to combine.

  4. Remove from skillet and set aside on a clean plate. Wipe skillet clean.

  5. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil.

  6. Whisk in flour until smooth and cook 1 minute.

  7. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly.

  8. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and gradually stir in cheese, stirring until smooth.

  9. Stir in reserved turkey mixture until thoroughly combined.

  10. Serve with chips.

Adapted from recipe found on Serve Turkey. See recipe here.