Turkey Chili Recipe
This easy, hearty Turkey Chili Recipe brings warm comfort to any chilly evening—one pot, lean protein, beans, and a touch of spice all in one delicious bowl. Perfect for weeknights or batch cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil for a neutral taste
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey 93% lean
- 2 tablespoons chili powder mild or hot, based on preference
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin toasted cumin seeds ground fresh if you can
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika adds depth; optional chipotle powder for smokiness
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper skip or halve for milder chili
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes with juices
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans drained and rinsed (low-sodium)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water + bouillon cube
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Garnishes chopped fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, shredded cheddar, sour cream
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute diced onion and red pepper until onion turns translucent.
- Add minced garlic, followed by ground turkey. Cook until no longer pink. Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and beans. Let the chili simmer until flavors meld and chili thickens.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in fresh cilantro before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro, avocado, cheddar, and sour cream.
Notes
Rinse canned beans well to reduce sodium. Use fire-roasted tomatoes for a smoky flavor. Resting chili off heat deepens the flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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