This easy turkey chili is a great way to use up turkey leftovers from big holiday meals.

Here’s one of our favorite recipes for using Thanksgivingturkeyleftovers.

You could also easily make this chili with cooked shredded chicken if no turkey leftovers are available.

A bowl of turkey chili with all the fixings, ready to eat.

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Turkey Chili for All

Note that this turkey chili recipe makes a large pot of chili!

Perfect for a gathering.

Use the chili leftovers as an easy sauce with pasta or filling forenchiladas.

A bowl of turkey chili ready to eat, with cornbread in the back

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It can also be frozen for about two months.

Thaw and then reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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sautéing veggies for leftover turkey chili

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Add the onions and green peppers and cook, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes.

Add a bit more olive oil if needed.

Bring mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to low.

adding spice to sautéed veggies for best turkey chili

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Simmer, partially covered, for an hour.

Add sugar to taste if needed to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

The chili may be made in 2 days in advance, or frozen for 2 months.

Easy turkey chili made with leftover turkey

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Serve with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped red onion, and or sour cream.

Serve alone, over rice, or withcornbread.