Here in the chilly Montana winter, soup season seems like it may be here to stay for a while. This quick, high protein chili is a popular one with my family! It makes a great base to add in more vegetables as well. Consider using zucchini, fresh tomatoes, or spinach in addition to the recipe.
Pizza Chili
Serves 8
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 lb lean ground turkey, wild game, or bison
1 lb Italian seasoned ground turkey or chicken sausage
40 oz marinara sauce of your choice (preferably without added sugar)
1 can Italian-seasoned diced tomatoes
1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups chicken bone broth
2 cubes frozen minced garlic (or 2 cloves fresh chopped)
8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp dried basil
1 Tbsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh chopped basil, for garnish
Shredded parmesan cheese, for garnish
In a soup pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and pepper, and sauté until fragrant, 3-4 minutes. Add ground meat and sausage and brown until cooked through. Add marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, white beans, bone broth, garlic, mushrooms, vinegar, and seasonings. Reduce heat to a simmer and allow to cook through, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and shredded parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition info per 1 serving: 347 calories, 34 g protein, 12.5 g fat, 46 g carbohydrates, 14 g fiber
