Turkey Chili
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Turkey Chili
Description
This Turkey Chili recipe starts by browning ground turkey with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Finely diced onion and minced garlic are cooked until soft, then canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth are added. A spice mix containing chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and pepper is stirred in. The chili simmers until thickened, then kidney beans are added for a creamy texture and earthy flavor. The chili cooks longer to meld the ingredients fully.
The use of ground turkey results in a lean protein base with a tender texture that contrasts with the thick tomato sauce and beans. The smoked paprika and cocoa powder add complexity and a mild smoky sweetness beneath the chili's warmth. The slow simmer melds the flavors into a cohesive and balanced chili.
Serve this turkey chili topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onion, and crunchy tortilla strips for contrast. It works well as a main dish for casual dinners and can be paired with cornbread or rice for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 lbs ground turkey 93% lean
- 3/4 cup onion finely diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 3 ounce cans tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt divided use
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper divided use
- 2 ounce cans Kidney Beans drained and rinsed
- cheese toppings such as shredded
- sour cream
- green onion
- tortilla strips
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the turkey and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the onion to the pot and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until chili has thickened.
- Add the kidney beans and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately with toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 614mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 575mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1165IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 3.4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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