Turkey Beef and Black Bean Chili

Warm up your kitchen with this hearty and flavor-packed Turkey Beef and Black Bean Chili! This recipe combines the best of ground turkey and beef for a rich, satisfying base, balanced by tender black beans, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Simmered to perfection with a blend of tomatoes and your choice of beef or chicken broth, this chili delivers bold, comforting flavors in just under an hour. It's an ideal one-pot meal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, and it’s easily customizable with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or fresh cilantro. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing game-day dish or a hearty dinner, this turkey and beef chili will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 2 15-ounce cans Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 28-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1.5 cups Beef or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0 Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, or chopped cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey and ground beef to the pot. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked through.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and stir until evenly incorporated.

Step 7

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), beef or chicken broth, and black beans. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the chili simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt or spices to suit your preference.

Step 10

Serve the chili hot with your choice of toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3451.7 grams (3451.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3379

Total Fat 181.00g	232%
Saturated Fat 58.50g	293%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.50g
Cholesterol 659mg	220%
Sodium 7331mg	319%
Total Carbohydrate 215.80g	78%
Dietary Fiber 80.20g	286%
Total Sugars 44.60g
Protein 231.30g	463%

Vitamin D 10IU	50%
Calcium 827mg	64%
Iron 39mg	214%
Potassium 5971mg	127%

*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: 47.7%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 25.3%