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The Best Healthy Turkey Chili

Savory & Satisfying: The Best Healthy Turkey Chili Recipe

The Best Healthy Turkey Chili is a comforting dish packed with lean turkey and a flavorful blend of spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Substitute with avocado oil for different flavor.
  • 1 medium yellow onion Shallots can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 cloves garlic Can substitute with 1.5 teaspoons of minced garlic from a jar.
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Feel free to use any color bell pepper.
For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound extra lean ground turkey (99%) Can substitute with ground chicken or lean beef.
  • 2-3 tablespoons chili powder Use McCormick for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper Adjust to taste.
  • to taste salt Adjust according to your palate.
For the Liquid & Beans
  • 28 oz diced or crushed tomatoes Do not drain.
  • 1.25 cups chicken broth Replace with vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 2 cans dark red kidney beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 can sweet corn Rinsed and drained; can use frozen corn or omit.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Add a chopped yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and a diced medium red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Incorporate 1 pound of extra lean ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Add 2-3 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Stir for 20 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in a 28 oz can of diced tomatoes and 1.25 cups of chicken broth, followed by 2 cans of drained dark red kidney beans and 1 can of rinsed sweet corn. Stir and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt. Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This chili tastes even better the next day and can be frozen for easy meals later.

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