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Simple Healthy Turkey Chili

Close-up of a hearty bowl of Healthy Turkey Chili, showing rich red sauce, ground turkey, and dark kidney beans.
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A straightforward recipe for a nutritious chili made with ground turkey.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water or low-sodium broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water or broth to the pot.
  6. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper if using.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Longer simmering improves flavor.
  8. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, remove the lid during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

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