Turkey Chili
A hearty and comforting dish that warms your soul—perfect for game nights and cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Your Base: In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic towards the end for fragrance.
- Brown the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned (about 6–8 minutes), seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped bell peppers and cook down slightly for about 3 minutes until tender yet crunchy.
- Mix in Canned Goodness: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and kidney beans. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Spice It Up: Sprinkle chili powder and cumin over the mixture. Stir well and let the spices mingle for about 2 minutes.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and let your chili simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes to meld flavors beautifully.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with toppings like cheese or fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg