Description
Turkey chili is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming you up on chilly days. This hearty dish combines lean ground turkey with a medley of vibrant vegetables and a harmonious blend of spices for an explosion of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook briefly before adding ground turkey. Brown the turkey completely.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and drained beans. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with cheese or cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For added spice, incorporate jalapeños during cooking.
- You can make this dish ahead of time; flavors improve when stored overnight in the refrigerator.
- Serve over rice or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg