White Turkey Chili
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs 5 mins
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Total Time
4 hrs 20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
284 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
White Turkey Chili
Description
This chili recipe begins by cooking diced onion and ground or leftover turkey to tender, then adding a variety of vegetables and beans including green and red bell peppers, jalapeño, zucchini, corn, and white beans. Green chiles provide mild heat and flavor. Seasonings like garlic, fajita seasoning, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper build a complex spice profile.
The mixture is slowly cooked in a slow cooker for several hours until flavors are well integrated. Occasional mashing thickens the chili slightly, giving it a satisfying, stew-like consistency. The final dish balances spicy and mild elements, vegetable texture, and hearty turkey protein.
Serving with chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream adds freshness and creaminess that complement the spices and balance heat. This chili works well as a comforting meal during cooler weather.
For a thicker chili, simmer uncovered after removing the lid for 15 minutes to reduce excess liquid.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion diced, or two small
- 2 cups turkey leftover, or 1 lb ground turkey, cooked, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 jalapeño seeded and finely diced
- 19 ounces great northern beans 1 can, or white kidney beans, drained and rinsed, canned
- ½ red bell pepper seeded and diced ½-inch
- 8 ounces green chiles 2 x 4 ounce cans, canned, mild
- 1 cup corn kernels frozen or canned, drained
- 1 cup zucchini diced
- 2 cups turkey broth or chicken broth
Seasonings
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
For Serving
- 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped, fresh
- ⅔ cup sour cream
Instructions
- If using raw ground turkey, cook with onion until no pink remains. Drain any juices.If using leftover or cooked turkey, cook onion by itself in olive oil or butter until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add onions, remaining chili ingredients and seasonings to a 6qt slow cooker. Cook on low 8 hours or on high 4-5 hours.
- Once cooked mash the chili mixture a few times with a potato masher to thicken slightly.
- Top with cilantro and sour cream. Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- To thicken the chili, simmer uncovered for 15 minutes after cooking to reduce liquid.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 284 | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 762mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 741mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 985IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 58mg | 64% |
| Calcium | 118mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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