Description
Hearty turkey chili delivers comfort in a bowl with robust southwestern flavors. Home cooks can quickly prepare this satisfying meal that warms hearts and pleases hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground turkey
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
Beans and Tomato Base:
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 ounces / 170 grams) tomato paste
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) chicken broth
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking Fat:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Cilantro
- Avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then add ground turkey and crumble while cooking until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Incorporate chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper into the pot, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and tender, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano over the meat and vegetable mixture, stirring to distribute spices evenly and allow aromatics to bloom for 60-90 seconds.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth, then gently fold in kidney beans and black beans, ensuring all ingredients are well integrated.
- Increase heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce to a low simmer, covering the pot and allowing the chili to develop rich flavors for 22-25 minutes, stirring intermittently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring a balanced and robust flavor profile.
- Ladle the chili into serving bowls and garnish with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, dollop of sour cream, or diced avocado for added texture and freshness.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey for plant-based crumbles to create a vegetarian version that’s equally protein-packed and satisfying.
- Boost nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like zucchini or carrots during the cooking process for added texture and vitamins.
- Control spice levels by adjusting chili powder quantity – start with less and gradually increase to match personal heat preference.
- Enhance meal prep efficiency by making larger batches and freezing portions for quick future meals that maintain rich, robust flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg