The most popular request we get in the MRC Kitchen is for quick and easy recipes that can be made ahead. With our hectic, on-the-go lives, make ahead meals are a real big time saver (and sanity saver!). Our Crockpot Chili is a client favorite because it can be made in advance, it's loaded with flavor, and highly versatile.

Our Crockpot Chili is customizable; feel free to make substitutions. For example you could use black beans instead of kidney, or try ground buffalo or lean ground beef instead of turkey. For those feeding a family or group offer a variety of toppings, this way each person in your family is able to dress their chili to their own liking.

If you prefer a make this on the stove, follow the directions below, and then simmer on the stove, on Low-Medium, for about an hour.

Ingredients:

• 12-16 oz. cooked ground turkey breast* (or lean ground beef or buffalo)
• 2-3 oz. shredded cheddar cheese*
• 20 oz. fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 6 oz. green onions, chopped
• 6 oz. green bell peppers, chopped
• 1 cups bean of choice (red, black, pinto, navy, etc.)
• 1 pkg. McCormick’s Low sodium chili seasoning
• ½ to 3/4 cup water (or low sodium chicken broth)

*MRC Clients: refer to your menu for exact protein portion sizes. This recipe uses 3 servings of turkey breast and 1 serving of hard cheese

Instructions:

1. Brown ground turkey in skillet.
2. Add all ingredients to a crock pot, reserving some shredded cheese if you want to top it with more cheese before eating.
3. Turn crock pot on low and allow cooking for 2-3 hours.
4. Add additional water/broth as needed to reach desired consistency.
5. Divide into 4 equal servings and enjoy warm with any reserved shredded cheese

Makes 4 Servings | Serving Size: 1/4 recipe | One Serving Replaces: 1 protein, 1 vegetable, and 1 carbohydrate

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