Description
This flavorful Ground Turkey Chili is a healthy and hearty dish perfect for any meal. Made with lean ground turkey, beans, and a blend of spices, it’s a delicious, gluten-free, and dairy-free chili option that is both easy to prepare and satisfying. This recipe simmers tender vegetables and protein-rich ingredients to create a comforting bowl of chili that can be enjoyed immediately or saved for later.
Ingredients
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Meat and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
Beans and Tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Spices and Liquids
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté for 4–5 minutes until they become softened and translucent.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant to enhance the flavor base.
- Cook ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until the turkey is browned and no longer pink, which takes about 6–8 minutes.
- Season meat and veggies: Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly to coat the meat and vegetables evenly with the spices.
- Add tomato paste: Incorporate the tomato paste and stir well to combine, intensifying the rich tomato flavor throughout the chili.
- Add remaining ingredients: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, chicken broth (or water), black beans, and kidney beans. Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
- Simmer chili: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and allow the flavors to meld perfectly.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper during cooking.
- This chili tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.
- It freezes well for up to 3 months, making meal prep easy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
