Loaded Turkey Chili

★ 4.8 · Easy

A lighter but still deeply satisfying chili made with lean ground turkey, two kinds of beans, and warm spices. It is quick enough for a weeknight but tastes like it simmered all day.

15 minPrep Time

40 minCook Time

55 minTotal Time

6 servings (about 3 quarts)Yield

Why You'll Love This

Leaner than traditional beef chili but just as hearty
Ready in under an hour
Great for meal prep and freezes well

Ingredients

1 tablespoonolive oil
1 mediumyellow onion, diced
1red bell pepper, diced
3 clovesgarlic, minced
1.5 poundsground turkey
2 tablespoonschili powder
1 tablespoonground cumin
1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
0.5 teaspoondried oregano
1.5 teaspoonssalt, plus more to taste
1 (28 ounce) cancrushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) canblack beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) cankidney beans, drained and rinsed
1.5 cupschicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoonlime juice

Nutrition (estimated per serving)

340Calories

30gProtein

9gFat

36gCarbs

10gFiber

780mgSodium

Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.

Method

Heat the olive oil in a large 5-quart pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.

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