Description
Hearty Turkey Chili delivers a flavor-packed punch of comfort and warmth in one satisfying bowl. Spicy, robust seasonings blend perfectly with lean ground turkey, creating a protein-rich meal that will become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground turkey
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Canned and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounces) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 ounces) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounces) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Garnishes and Side Options:
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro or green onions
- Crushed tortilla chips or cornbread
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cooking vessel over medium flame, drizzling olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Crumble ground turkey into the pot, sizzling and breaking apart until rich golden-brown coloration develops, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers, sautéing until vegetables soften and become translucent.
- Sprinkle aromatic spices including chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne for additional heat.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, prepared beans, chicken broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring thoroughly to integrate all components.
- Reduce temperature to low, allowing the mixture to gently bubble and meld flavors, occasionally stirring to prevent scorching.
- After 25-30 minutes of simmering, evaluate seasoning profile and adjust intensity according to preference.
- Transfer the robust chili into serving bowls, garnishing with shredded cheese, dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro leaves, or crispy tortilla chips.
- Complement the hearty dish with warm cornbread, fluffy rice, or crisp side salad for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Choose lean ground turkey for a healthier protein option that keeps the chili light yet satisfying.
- Consider using fresh bell peppers instead of frozen for a brighter, crispier vegetable texture.
- Control spice levels by gradually adding cayenne pepper, tasting as you go to achieve your perfect heat intensity.
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth to make the recipe vegetarian-friendly and maintain rich flavor depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg