Healthy Turkey Chili
Perfectly spiced turkey chili packed with protein and fiber. Make it on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
2 tspOlive Oil1Yellow Onion, chopped3 clovesGarlic, minced1 mediumRed Bell Pepper, chopped2Carrots, diced1 lbExtra Lean Ground Turkey (99%)4 tbspChili Powder (use mild — McCormick recommended; start with 2 tbsp if using a different brand)2 tspGround Cumin1 tspDried Oregano1/4 tspCayenne Pepper1/2 tspSalt, plus more to taste1 (28 oz) canDiced or Crushed Tomatoes1 1/4 cupsChicken Broth2 (15 oz) cansDark Red Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained1 (15 oz) canSweet Corn, rinsed and drained
Toppings (optional)
- Shredded Cheese
- Avocado
- Tortilla Chips
- Cilantro
- Sour Cream
Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, red pepper, and carrots; sauté for
5–7 minutes, stirring frequently. - Add ground turkey and break up the meat, cooking until no longer pink.
- Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and salt; stir for about
20 seconds. - Add tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for
30–45 minutesuntil chili thickens and flavors come together. - Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as needed. Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Do not use spicy chili powder. If not using McCormick, start with
2–3 tbspand add to taste. - Slow cooker: Brown turkey and onions first, then add everything to the slow cooker with only
1/2 cupchicken broth. Cook on high for3–4 hoursor low for6–7 hours.