• Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
• Add onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
• Reduce heat to medium. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, stirring to combine, and cook until the turkey is no longer pink. If needed, drain fat off (this is a must if using ground beef).
• Add chopped tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Then add the drained kidney beans, chili beans (don't drain), chicken broth, and chili seasoning mix.
• Mix well and cook for about 5 minutes.

SLOW COOKER METHOD:

• If using a slow cooker, transfer to the slow cooker bowl and cook, covered, on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2.5 hours.

  Check seasonings and add additional salt and pepper, as needed.

STOVE TOP METHOD:

• Simmer on low, partially covered, for 2-3 hours, depending on your desired thickness.

  Check seasonings and add additional salt and pepper, as needed.

Garnish and Serve

• Serve in individual bowls and top with any additional toppings