Description
Hearty easy turkey chili recipe delights dinner crowds with robust southwestern flavors. Protein-packed comfort beckons with simple ingredients and quick preparation that satisfy hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground turkey
- 2 tbsps chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium heat (375°F), allowing the aromatic blend of onions, garlic, and bell peppers to become translucent and tender, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce ground turkey to the vegetable mixture, breaking it into crumbly fragments and cooking until the meat transforms from pink to a rich, golden-brown color.
- Sprinkle the robust spice combination of chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper across the meat, thoroughly coating and infusing the protein with deep, complex flavors.
- Gently fold in kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, and chicken broth, creating a harmonious liquid base that will develop rich flavor profiles during simmering.
- Elevate the temperature momentarily until the mixture reaches a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce heat to low, allowing the chili to simmer and meld flavors for 22-25 minutes.
- Taste and refine the seasoning, adjusting with additional spices if needed, then ladle into serving bowls and garnish with preferred toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey for lean ground chicken or plant-based crumbles to create alternative protein options for different dietary needs.
- Toast spices briefly before adding to intensify their flavor profile and create deeper, more complex taste notes.
- Consider adding a splash of vinegar or squeeze of lime at the end to brighten the chili’s overall taste and add a subtle tangy dimension.
- Prep vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish, which helps maintain balanced flavor distribution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg