Hearty Turkey Chili
Savor a warm bowl of turkey chili that combines tender ground turkey, vibrant beans, and a delightful medley of spices. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for cozy evenings, game days, or casual gatherings with friends. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, this turkey chili is sure to become your go-to comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the onions and bell peppers and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and then sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and bell peppers; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add ground turkey to the pot. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder and cumin before adding kidney beans, black beans, and diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Pour in chicken broth to reach desired thickness; bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 30-45 minutes until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating corn or switching up the types of beans used. Enhance flavor with a squeeze of lime juice before serving.