Using ground turkey is a smart way to lighten up this hearty family-pleaser!
—MARY BERG LAKE ELMO, MN
PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 2 HOURS • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
2 pounds ground turkey or beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 envelopes chili seasoning mix
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 cups corn chips
Sour cream, minced fresh cilantro and additional chopped onion, optional
1. Using a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until the turkey no longer is pink, breaking into crumbles; stir in the chili seasoning. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Pour tomatoes and tomato sauce over the turkey.
2. Cook, covered, on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Stir turkey mixture to combine. Top with beans. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook, covered, 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Top with corn chips. Serve, if desired, with sour cream, minced cilantro and additional onion.