Description
This Turkey Chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to lively game day gatherings. Made with lean ground turkey, hearty kidney beans, and sweet corn, this nutritious dish is both satisfying and simple to prepare. The chili is infused with a delicious blend of spices that provide a mild kick, making it appealing to all taste buds. Whether you enjoy it on its own or customize it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese or diced avocado, this healthy turkey chili will quickly become a family favorite. Plus, it’s great for meal prepping—make a big batch and enjoy throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb extra-lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 (15 oz) cans dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, rinsed and drained
- 28 oz can diced or crushed tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey; cook until browned.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salt; cook for about 20 seconds.
- Add tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, and corn; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30–45 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg