Description
Hearty Turkey Chili emerges as a comforting classic, blending lean protein with robust spices for a satisfying meal. Packed with bold flavors and nutritious ingredients, you’ll savor each spoonful of this wholesome southwestern-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (453.6 g) ground turkey
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
Canned Ingredients and Seasonings:
- 1 can (14 oz / 396 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups (473 ml) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium heat, introducing ground turkey and fragmenting it while cooking until thoroughly browned.
- Incorporate diced onions, minced garlic, and chopped bell peppers, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until vegetables become tender and translucent.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and chicken broth, then sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper throughout the mixture.
- Elevate heat to trigger boiling, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer, allowing ingredients to harmonize and develop rich flavors for approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Once chili reaches desired consistency and flavors have melded, transfer into serving bowls while steaming hot.
- Enhance the dish with optional garnishes such as shredded cheese, dollop of sour cream, or freshly chopped cilantro for added texture and taste complexity.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier protein option that keeps the chili light and low in fat.
- Drain and rinse beans to reduce sodium content and improve digestibility for sensitive stomachs.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder and adding diced jalapeños for extra kick.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by verifying broth ingredients and using certified gluten-free spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg