Description
Healthy Turkey Chili is a delightful and nutritious meal perfect for any occasion. This dish combines lean ground turkey, a medley of beans, and a vibrant mix of spices to create a flavor-packed chili that warms you from the inside out. It’s not only easy to prepare in under an hour but also provides a hearty source of protein and fiber, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Customize your chili by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spice level to suit your taste. Topped with sour cream, cheese, and fresh lime, this Healthy Turkey Chili is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 Tbsp chili powder
- 1 Tbsp ground cumin
- 28 oz can fire roasted crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 oz can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions and garlic for about 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey; cook until fully browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and tomato paste until well mixed.
- Pour in beef broth and fire-roasted crushed tomatoes. Add kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
- Bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low and let simmer covered for about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg