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    Published: Jan 9, 2017 · Modified: Aug 27, 2018 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 6 Comments

    Low Fat Turkey Chili Bean Sandwich

    Dairy Free

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    New year, new resolutions! After all the holiday splurging, there's nothing like having balanced meals to help us all to get on track, right? This Low Fat Turkey Chili Bean Sandwich fits the bill, with some added bonuses: it can be prepared in about 25 minutes, is comforting, and is a happy two-in-one stew/bread combo!

    a tray with turkey sandwich and garnishes on the side plus a glass of juice

    This is quick Tex-Mex cooking at its best, folks! Our recipe is an adaptation of the famous chili con carne, the official dish of Texas and one that my tourist-destination hometown, San Antonio, helped to popularize at the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago.

    To prepare this easy and complete meal, cook onion and garlic in a bit of olive oil. Then, brown ground turkey and stir in tomato paste, water, seasonings, a few spices, canned beans, chile verdes, and diced tomatoes... and let everything stew for a few minutes. And voila!

    A pan with ground turkey and beans being cooked on the stovetop

    Cut off the ends of French rolls or bolillos and hollow out most of their soft center.

    two photo collage showing French bread rolls being cut

    I kid you not, in just a few minutes a protein-loaded meal fit for a champion is ready to be devoured, nestled in French rolls and topped with melted cheddar and parsley.

    A close up of turkey Sandwich

    Although it is a complete meal in itself, if you prefer you could serve with a side of baked chips, baby carrots, celery sticks, or a leafy salad.

    You can almost think of it as a fun variation of the chili dog -- but without all the fat from the sausage. 😉

    Well, make, taste... and be healthy and happy. After all, healthy food doesn't have to be boring!

    More Easy and Delish meals are on the way! 🙂

    For now, enjoy our yummy Turkey Chili Bean Sandwich!

    A close up of a sandwich with melted cheese on top

    A plate of sandwiches and a bowl of tomatoes
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    Low Fat Turkey Chili Bean Sandwich

    A Low Fat Turkey Chili Bean Sandwich served in French Rolls, that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. It is a happy two-in-one stew/bread combo!
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author Denise Browning

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoons olive oil
    • ¼ medium white onion small diced
    • 1 garlic clove minced
    • ½ pound ground turkey thawed
    • ½ teaspoons tomato paste
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon sugar
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon chili powder
    • 2 tablespoons water
    • ½ can chili beans in mild sauce 8 oz
    • 3 tablespoons canned diced green chiles
    • 3 tablespoons canned diced tomatoes
    • Shredded cheddar cheese reduced fat or fat free
    • Chopped parsley
    • 6 French rolls or bolillos

    Instructions

    • In a medium non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sweat onion for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Do not let brown! Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until browned. Stir in the tomato paste, salt, cumin, sugar, chili powder, water, beans, green chiles, and diced tomatoes. Reduce heat to medium and let cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary.
    • Cut off the two ends of the rolls and scoop out most of the soft bread center. Spoon the turkey chili into the hollowed out roll while still hot, and top each with a bit of shredded cheddar and chopped parsley. Serve Turkey Chili Bean Sandwich(es) immediately!

    Recipe Notes

    Bolillos or French Rolls are available at Walmart, some local supermarkets, and Latin markets. Any other large roll can be used instead.

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    Filed Under: American Recipes, Easy And Delish, Easy Dairy-Free Recipes, Easy Dinner Recipes Tagged With: ground turkey, low fat, sandwich, Tex-Mex

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    1. Deb|EastofEdenCooking says

      January 10, 2017 at 1:37 pm

      Perfect game day food! The spices really give the turkey a helping hand. I like the idea that the components can be prepped ahead, fabulous recipe.

      Reply
    2. John/Kitchen Riffs says

      January 11, 2017 at 10:01 am

      Fun dish! I've never had a chili sandwich, but you know I will. 🙂 Very creative -- thanks.

      Reply
    3. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

      January 11, 2017 at 1:47 pm

      It does remind you of a chili dog without the hotdog…it has to be yummy.

      Reply
    4. cheri says

      January 12, 2017 at 3:14 pm

      5 stars
      Looks like a delicious and filling sandwich, love your presentation.

      Reply
    5. Adina says

      January 16, 2017 at 4:46 am

      Such a fun idea filling dinner rolls with chili, I bet my kids would love that.

      Reply

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