Description
This Turkey Chili Recipe is a healthy and hearty alternative to traditional chili, made with lean ground turkey, beans, tomatoes, and bold spices. It’s a perfect comfort meal for chilly nights.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, beans, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- This chili tastes even better the next day—perfect for meal prep.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg