Hearty Turkey Chili

Warm up with a bowl of this flavorful and protein-packed Hearty Turkey Chili, a wholesome twist on a comfort food classic. Made with lean ground turkey, a medley of vibrant bell peppers, creamy beans, and sweet corn, this one-pot recipe is bursting with bold, smoky spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Simmered to perfection in a rich tomato base with a touch of zest from fresh lime juice, this chili is both hearty and nutritious. Ready in just an hour, it’s the perfect weeknight meal that’s easy to prepare and serves up to six. Top with fresh cilantro or pair with cornbread for a cozy, satisfying dish your family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned corn, drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until completely browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped red and yellow bell peppers, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, corn, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 9

After 30 minutes, stir in the lime juice and remove the pot from the heat.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy your hearty turkey chili with a side of cornbread or over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3368.1 grams (3368.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2614

Total Fat 95.40g	122%
Saturated Fat 21.60g	108%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.50g
Cholesterol 338mg	113%
Sodium 6829mg	297%
Total Carbohydrate 301.20g	110%
Dietary Fiber 85.00g	304%
Total Sugars 64.70g
Protein 161.60g	323%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 671mg	52%
Iron 33mg	181%
Potassium 6214mg	132%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.7%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 44.5%