Turkey Chili Cheese Pie with Cornmeal Crust

Health score
24%
Turkey Chili Cheese Pie with Cornmeal Crust
320 min.
8
397kcal

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Are you looking for a hearty and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of chili and the delightful crunch of a cornbread crust? Look no further than our Turkey Chili Cheese Pie with Cornmeal Crust! This dish is an ideal choice for family gatherings and weekend dinners, effortlessly feeding up to eight people while keeping each bite loaded with flavor.

Imagine a warm, savory chili made with lean ground turkey, tender kidney beans, and sweet crushed tomatoes, all enhanced with aromatic spices like garlic and chili powder. This isn't just any chili; it’s a robust filling that warms the heart and satisfies the soul. Topped with a golden, cheesy cornmeal crust, this recipe is a perfect balance of textures that will have your family asking for seconds!

Not only is this Turkey Chili Cheese Pie delicious, but it’s also packed with nutrients, boasting a caloric content of just 397 kcal per serving. With a combination of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, this dish serves as a well-rounded meal for lunch or dinner. Utilizing a slow cooker makes it convenient—you can enjoy the rich aroma of cooking while it simmers low and slow, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully. Experience a unique twist on traditional chili dishes and treat your loved ones to a culinary delight that they'll cherish.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 15 oz kidney beans drained and rinsed canned
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes with liquid crushed canned
  • cup cheddar cheese grated
  • tablespoons chili powder 
  • large eggs beaten
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 pounds pd of ground turkey 
  • cup beef broth low-sodium
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.8 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Mist slow-cooker insert with cooking spray. Warm 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and chili powder and saut until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in turkey, mixing well and breaking up large clumps of meat. Stir in tomatoes and broth.
  4. Add beans, bring to a boil and pour into slow cooker.
  5. In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt.
  6. Mix well, then stir in egg, milk, 1/4 cup vegetable oil and cheese.
  7. Pour batter over chili in slow cooker and gently spread to cover. Cover slow cooker and cook on low until chili is hot and crust is lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories397kcal
Protein32.4%
Fat28.64%
Carbs38.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.94
Glycemic Load
18.83
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.747391327568%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:396.97kcal
19.85%
Fat:12.96g
19.93%
Saturated Fat:4.58g
28.6%
Carbohydrates:39.65g
13.22%
Net Carbohydrates:32.2g
11.71%
Sugar:7.73g
8.59%
Cholesterol:86.9mg
28.97%
Sodium:761.22mg
33.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.98g
65.96%
Vitamin B6:1.12mg
56.07%
Vitamin B3:11.09mg
55.43%
Phosphorus:462.02mg
46.2%
Selenium:31.8µg
45.43%
Fiber:7.45g
29.81%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.61%
Potassium:923.78mg
26.39%
Calcium:256.97mg
25.7%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.65%
Iron:4.24mg
23.56%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.26%
Zinc:3.46mg
23.06%
Magnesium:91.61mg
22.9%
Vitamin A:1040.37IU
20.81%
Copper:0.4mg
20.06%
Folate:70.09µg
17.52%
Vitamin E:2.6mg
17.34%
Vitamin K:16.38µg
15.6%
Vitamin B5:1.52mg
15.18%
Vitamin C:11.19mg
13.56%
Vitamin B12:0.76µg
12.71%
Vitamin D:0.8µg
5.34%
Source:My Recipes