Healthy Turkey Chili

Name: Healthy Turkey Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 cup yellow onion (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 medium red bell pepper (chopped); 1 pound extra lean ground turkey (or chicken (99%)); 4 tablespoons chili powder (use mild; McCormick preferred); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.5 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste); 28 ounces diced tomatoes (or crushed tomatoes); 1.25 cups chicken broth; 2 cans dark red kidney beans (15 oz, rinsed and drained); 1 can sweet corn (15 oz, rinsed and drained); toppings (cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream)

By Liam Carter

This healthy turkey chili is a nourishing blend of lean ground turkey, kidney beans, and corn, resulting in a satisfyingly thick and flavorful dish. Packed with spices and vegetables, it's both protein-rich and fiber-heavy, making it perfect for a filling weeknight dinner. Whether prepared on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, this chili is a crowd-pleaser that can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

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55 min total

Ingredients

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Servings

•2 teaspoons olive oil
•1 cup yellow onion (chopped)
•3 cloves garlic (minced)
•1 medium red bell pepper (chopped)
•1 pound extra lean ground turkey (or chicken (99%))
•4 tablespoons chili powder (use mild; McCormick preferred)
•2 teaspoons ground cumin
•1 teaspoon dried oregano
•0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
•0.5 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
•28 ounces diced tomatoes (or crushed tomatoes)
•1.25 cups chicken broth
•2 cans dark red kidney beans (15 oz, rinsed and drained)
•1 can sweet corn (15 oz, rinsed and drained)
•toppings (cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream)

Instructions

1
Place oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat.
2
Add in onion, garlic, and red pepper and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
3
Add in ground turkey and break up the meat, cooking until no longer pink.