Turkey and White Bean Chili

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2006

Show: Emeril LiveEpisode: Turkey Anytime

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (57)

RECIPE
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Cook Time:
2 hr 15 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4-6 servings

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: 8 hr 0 min
Cook: 2 hr 15 min
Total:: 10 hr 30 min

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Ingredients

1/2 pound dried navy beans, picked over
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped yellow onion
2 tablespoons minced jalapeno
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 1/2 pounds ground turkey
2 tablespoons Emeril's Southwest Essence, recipe follows
1 2/3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons cornmeal
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 (10-ounce) cans Ro'tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles (original), undrained
2 (4-ounce) cans diced green chiles, undrained
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro stems
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Sour cream, for serving
Grated Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, for serving
Chopped green onions, for serving

Directions

In a large kettle, soak beans in cold water to cover by 2 inches overnight. Drain beans in a colander and return to kettle with enough water to cover by 2 inches. Cook beans at a bare simmer until just tender, about 1 hour, and drain in a colander.

In a skillet, heat the oil and saute the onion and jalapeno until soft and beginning to caramelize, 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the ground turkey, Southwest Essence, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf and cook, stirring occasionally, until turkey is browned and cooked through, 6 minutes. Add the cornmeal and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, canned tomatoes, canned chiles, and cilantro stems and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook, uncovered, for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. After it has cooked for 30 minutes, add the cooked beans. Add the heavy cream and cilantro leaves and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes longer.

Serve the chili in deep bowls, garnished with dollops of sour cream, grated Cheddar cheese, and green onions to taste.

Emeril's Southwest Seasoning:

2 tablespoons chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

2 tablespoons paprika

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon dried oregano

Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

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Fuller Dania Beach, FL 01-26-2010
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Good stuff
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Easy for sure. Preparation advertises 2.5 hours. It was more like 1.5 at most. I was afraid it might be too spicy, not the... case. Be careful not to overcook the Beans. I should have checked them sooner. I would have prefered the beans a little firmer. Good stuff.Read more
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Jennifer Princeville, HI 01-25-2010
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Wonderful and definitely kicks it up a notch
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I tried this recipe after the turkey breast we got a the local meat market had been brined to the hilt and was too salty to... eat! They failed to tell us it had been brined and there was noting on the label...ugh! With a little improvization, this recipe saved the day! I diced the turkey into small pieces and cooked away....out came a delicious, spicy chili! And a nice departure from the traditional turkey sandwich, turkey this and turkey that after Turkey day! Must admit, will probably take it a little easy on the peppers the next time we make it. We like a little heat, but not too much. And, as always, Emeril's recipes are always consistent, forgiving and make my cooking skills appear much better than they are. Many thanks again Emeril!Read more
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Erin Brooklyn, NY 01-06-2010
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Best Chili Ever
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I love this chili! I have made it over and over and everyone who's tried it, loves it!
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Brooke Lawrenceville, GA 12-22-2009
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Yummmo!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This chili is awesome! Super flavorful. I did half ground beef and half turkey for the recipe and substituted the dried beans... for a can. It came out great and my family couldn't stop commenting on the flavors.Read more
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PAOLA Vienna, VI 12-01-2009
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Love it!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I've made this chili a few times now and I absolutely love it, as do all my friends who've tried it. They actually request it... now, so you know it's memorable! I always make it with my turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving (fork-shred the meat) and find that this makes the dish even more flavorful and complex. I highly recommend it. And yes, it only gets better with time. I serve it over a linguini a few days later and it's to die for! Thanks Emeril!!! Read more
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Ali Atlanta, GA 11-21-2009
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Best Chili Ever!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Everyone loves this - you can't go wrong with this recipe! It will go faster than you think...