Description
This Best Healthy Turkey Chili recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with lean ground turkey, beans, and spices, this chili is easy to make and loaded with protein.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add ground turkey. Cook until browned, breaking it apart.
- Stir in spices. Cook until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes, beans, and broth. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning. Serve hot with garnishes.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier chili.
- Add corn or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- This chili freezes well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
