Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this healthy Turkey Chili recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners or lively gatherings. This chili is loaded with lean ground turkey, nutritious beans, and vibrant vegetables, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. The rich spices create a warm, inviting aroma that will make your kitchen feel cozy. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite toppings like cheese, avocado, or cilantro, this dish is both nourishing and delicious. Enjoy a hearty bowl while watching your favorite show or serve it at your next game-day gathering—it’s sure to impress everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb extra-lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 28 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (15 oz each) dark red kidney beans
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onions, garlic, and bell pepper for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in spices and toast for about 20 seconds.
- Add tomatoes, chicken broth, beans, and corn; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30–45 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg