Bariatric Chili Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% lean or higher)
• 1 cup cooked lentils (optional plant-based protein boost)
• 1/2 cup low-sodium black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 3 oz diced chicken breast (skinless)
• Onion Finely chopped 1 medium
• Bell peppers Diced (red or green) 1 cup
• Garlic cloves Minced 3 cloves
• Diced tomatoes No salt added, canned or fresh 14.5 oz
• Kidney beans Low sodium, rinsed 1/2 cup
• Tomato paste 2 tablespoons
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon tomato sauce (optional for extra richness)