Shredded cheese(such as cheddar or a Mexican cheese blend)
Diced avocados(or store-bought or homemade guacamole)
Minced scallions
Chopped fresh tomatoes
Fresh lime wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large deep pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell peppers and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano, basil, chili powder, and cumin, and cook for 2 minutes more.
Add the turkey, chicken, sausage, or whatever combination you are using, and the salt and black pepper, stirring to coat well with all of the spices. Cook, stirring, until the meat loses its pinkness, about 6 minutes, then add the tomatoes, chipotles, if using, and the beans. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture tastes like chili, 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in the dill or parsley, if using, and add more salt and/or pepper as necessary.
Serve the chili with hot rice and any toppings you like.
Notes
Serve the chili with rice, of course, and you don’t even have to bother with salad or a vegetable unless you’re feeling frisky. This chili’s got the veggies built right in. Classic topping include avocados or guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, salsa or diced tomatoes.