Turkey Chili
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
118 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Turkey Chili
Description
Turkey Chili combines browned ground turkey with sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, seasoned with chili powder and cumin to create a flavorful base. Added beans and canned tomatoes build a robust texture and deepen the savory flavor. Simmering the mixture for 45 to 60 minutes allows the ingredients to blend thoroughly and develop a balanced chili profile. The result is a moderately thick stew with tender meat and soft vegetables.
This chili can be served as a main dish, complemented with shredded cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro to add creaminess and brightness. It suits cooler weather or leftovers that reheat well.
Ingredients
- 1½-2 pounds ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 celery chopped (about 1 cup, ribs
- 1 tablespoon garlic about 3 cloves, minced
- 1 (15 ounce can) red kidney beans ,rinsed
- 1 (14.5 ounce can) Navy beans ,rinsed
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce can) diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce can) tomato sauce
- 2 (4.5 ounce cans) diced green chiles
- cheese for serving, shredded
- sour cream for serving
- cilantro for serving, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the 1½-2 pounds ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a large spoon or spatula, until browned, about 5 minutes.
- While the turkey is browning, dice the 1 yellow onion and chop the 2 celery ribs. Rinse the 1 (15 ounce can) red kidney beans and 1 (14.5 ounce can) navy beans under cold water and drain well.
- Once the turkey is cooked through, add the diced onion and chopped celery. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the 1 tablespoon minced garlicc, 3 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the 2 cups chicken broth, 1 (14.5 ounce can) diced tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce can) tomato sauce, rinsed beans, and 2 (4.5 ounce cans) diced green chiles. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and sour cream as desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 118 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 118kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 610mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 422mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 974IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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