Healthy PCOS Eats - Chili Recipe

Enjoy this healthy chili recipe! It is packed full of protein, fiber, and non-starchy vegetables! Something the whole family will enjoy!

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Warm up with a delicious bowl of healthy chili, which is perfect for nourishing your body while effectively managing the symptoms of PCOS. This easy and accessible recipe can be made on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, Healthy Chili Recipe.

This hearty and nutritious chili is perfect for managing PCOS. Packed with protein and fiber, it can help stabilize blood sugar levels while satisfying your taste buds. Here’s a simple recipe you can prepare on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or with an Instant Pot.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 3 stalks of celery, diced

• 1 pound ground meat (turkey or beef, try to choose 90/10)

• 3 tablespoons tomato paste

• 1-2 tablespoons chili powder

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon oregano

• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 (28 ounces) can crushed tomatoes

• 1 (15 ounces) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (25 ounces) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (16 oz) bag of frozen cauliflower rice

• Optional toppings: sliced avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, plain Greek yogurt, pumpkin seeds, nutritional yeast

Instructions:

Stovetop Method:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, & celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

2. Add ground meat to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, turmeric, salt, black pepper & tomato paste. Add the broth and stir, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pot.

4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and beans.

5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally. Cover the chili during the first part of the cook time, and then uncover during the last 30 minutes to thicken & add the bag of frozen cauliflower rice while cooking uncovered.

Slow Cooker Method:

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; sauté for 5 minutes.

2. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker. Add browned turkey and remaining ingredients.

3. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.

Instant Pot Method:

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the "Sauté" setting. Heat olive oil and cook onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic for about 5 minutes.

2. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.

3. Add crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, oregano, turmeric, salt, black pepper, and chicken broth.

4. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.

Serving:

Serve hot, topped with your choice of avocado, cilantro, cheese, pumpkin seeds, nutritional yeast and/or sour cream. Enjoy this healthy meal that not only nourishes your body but also helps manage PCOS symptoms!

Recipe modified from: https://kristineskitchenblog.com/healthy-turkey-chili-recipe-stovetop-slow-cooker-or-instant-pot/