Description
Turkey chili is the perfect cozy dish that combines lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices for a delightful meal. This comforting chili is not just hearty but also a healthy alternative to traditional recipes. Ideal for family dinners or game-day gatherings, it offers robust flavors that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onion and bell peppers and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in the ground turkey; cook until browned (around 7-10 minutes).
- Add garlic, diced tomatoes with juices, bell peppers, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in about 1 cup of water or broth to cover the mixture; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg