Description
This Seriously The Best Healthy Turkey Chili is a flavorful, nutritious, and satisfying dish made with extra lean ground turkey, kidney beans, and corn. Perfectly spiced with chili powder, cumin, and oregano, this chili is rich in protein and fiber while remaining low in fat. Ideal for a wholesome weeknight dinner, it can be made on the stovetop or slow cooker and garnished with your favorite toppings like cheese, avocado, or sour cream.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 pound extra lean ground turkey or chicken (99%)
- 4 tablespoons chili powder (mild, e.g., McCormick)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced or crushed tomatoes
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 2 (15 oz) cans dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, rinsed and drained
Toppings (Optional)
- Cheese
- Avocado
- Tortilla chips
- Cilantro
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Place olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Cook Turkey and Spices: Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until it’s no longer pink. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, and salt. Cook and stir for about 20 seconds to toast the spices and develop flavor.
- Add Remaining Ingredients and Simmer: Pour in the diced or crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, rinsed kidney beans, and sweet corn. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30-45 minutes. Stir occasionally until the chili thickens and flavors meld together. Taste and adjust salt or spices as needed.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with your choice of cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, or sour cream. Each serving is about 1.5 cups.
Notes
- This chili is made with lean ground turkey, kidney beans, and corn for a healthy, protein-packed meal.
- Use mild chili powder to keep the spice level moderate; adjust seasoning according to your preference.
- Can be cooked on the stovetop as described or prepared in a slow cooker for a convenient hands-off option.
- Perfect for meal prepping and reheats well.
- Serve with optional toppings for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 336 kcal
- Sugar: 9.5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 3.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46.7 g
- Fiber: 17.4 g
- Protein: 31.8 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
