White Turkey Chili

We love this non-traditional chili made with tomatillos, green chiles and white beans. The optional toppings add fresh color and bright flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 pounds ground turkey breast
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 (28.0-ounce) can tomatillos, drained and chopped
• 1 (4.0-ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
• 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely sliced
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cups cooked Great Northern beans, drained
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat 1/2 tablespoon of the oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
2. Add turkey and cook, stirring often, until browned.
3. Transfer to a bowl and return pot to heat.
4. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, bell pepper and onion and cook until softened and golden brown.
5. Return turkey to pot and add coriander, cumin, oregano and salt. Stir well to combine.
6. Add bay leaf, tomatillos, chiles, jalapeño and broth, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 45 to 50 minutes.
7. Gently stir in beans and cook for 30 minutes more.
8. Stir in cilantro, ladle chili into bowls and garnish with cheese and sour cream, if you like.