Turkey Chili Recipe
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 14 ½ ounces diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 15 ounces kidney beans light or dark; drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
Instructions
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, 1 red bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, 3 garlic cloves
- Brown the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink.1 pound ground turkey
- Add Seasonings and Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well.1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Add Liquids and Beans: Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir in the kidney beans and black beans. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.15 ounces tomato sauce, 14 ½ ounces diced tomatoes, 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 15 ounces kidney beans, 15 ounces black beans
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed. If it's too thick, you can add a little more chicken broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve: Ladle the turkey chili into bowls and top with your favorite toppings. Serve with cornbread, crackers, or over rice for a heartier meal.
Notes
- This recipe makes about 6 servings with each being approximately 1 ½ to 2 cups of chili, depending on how thick it is and whether additional liquid is added. The calories do not take into account additional toppings.
- How spicy is this chili? We don't think it's spicy, but it's important to note that different brands of chili powder have different "levels" of heat. You can always start with less chili powder and add more if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Turkey Chili Recipe
Serving Size
2 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
325
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
42
mg
14
%
Sodium
928
mg
40
%
Potassium
1311
mg
37
%
Carbohydrates
42
g
14
%
Fiber
14
g
58
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
32
g
64
%
Vitamin A
1790
IU
36
%
Vitamin C
59
mg
72
%
Calcium
106
mg
11
%
Iron
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
