Description
This Healthy Turkey Chili recipe is a flavorful, wholesome dish packed with lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, and kidney beans simmered in a rich tomato base. Perfect for a comforting yet nutritious meal, this chili is easy to prepare and full of delicious spices that warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 lbs lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 jalapeños, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato and Broth Ingredients
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (Texas Pete recommended)
Beans and Spices
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 packet Stevia
Instructions
- Brown the Turkey: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the ground turkey and crumble it with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess liquid and transfer the turkey to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb extra grease.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add a drizzle of olive oil to the same hot pan. Toss in the chopped onion, red and green bell peppers, and jalapeños. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and the peppers soften. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds to release the aroma.
- Combine Ingredients and Simmer: Return the cooked ground turkey to the pot with the vegetables. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, low sodium beef broth, tomato paste, hot sauce, and kidney beans. Add chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and Stevia. Stir everything together and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and allow the chili to simmer gently for 30 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Serve: After the chili has simmered and the flavors melded, ladle it into bowls. Add your favorite chili toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or avocado if desired. Enjoy this hearty, healthy chili warm.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat level by reducing or omitting jalapeños and cayenne pepper.
- For a thicker chili, cook uncovered for the last 10 minutes to let excess liquid evaporate.
- This chili freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Use ground turkey breast for a leaner option if desired.
- Feel free to substitute beef broth with vegetable broth for a healthier alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
