Quick Turkey Chili Recipe 🦃🌶️
Description:
Enjoy a delicious bowl of Quick Turkey Chili bursting with Tex Mex flavors in just under 30 minutes! Perfect for chilly winter nights or any time you’re craving a hearty meal, this recipe is ideal for beginner cooks and requires minimal prep. Top it off with your favorite garnishes for an extra burst of flavor!
Ingredients:
- 2 onions
- 1 garlic clove
- 4 bell peppers (assorted colors for visual appeal)
- 2 lbs lean ground turkey
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 1 can (14.5 oz) stewed tomatoes
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans
Optional Garnishes:
- Shredded low-fat cheese
- Light sour cream
- Chopped cilantro or onion
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 277.2
- Fat: 7.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 59.7mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.6g
- Fiber: 8.6g
- Sugar: 8.4g
- Protein: 21.9g
Servings: 12
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. | PT0M |
| 2 | Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. | PT3-4M |
| 3 | Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened. | |
| 4 | Add lean ground turkey, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, sugar, and vinegar. | PT5M |
| 5 | Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring to break up the turkey. | |
| 6 | Add stewed tomatoes, salsa, drained and rinsed kidney beans, and drained and rinsed pinto beans. | PT10M |
| 7 | Bring to a boil. | |
| 8 | Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
Directions:
- Begin by heating oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers to the saucepan.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are softened.
- Next, add the lean ground turkey, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, sugar, and white vinegar to the saucepan.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, breaking up the turkey with a spoon as it cooks.
- Now, it’s time to add the stewed tomatoes, salsa, drained and rinsed kidney beans, and drained and rinsed pinto beans to the saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After simmering, remove the chili from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Ladle the Quick Turkey Chili into bowls and garnish with shredded low-fat cheese, light sour cream, chopped cilantro, or onion if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy this hearty and flavorful chili with your family and friends!
This Quick Turkey Chili recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a comforting meal in a hurry. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s nutritious and satisfying. Plus, it’s so easy to customize with your favorite toppings and spices. Give it a try and let the flavors of the Southwest delight your taste buds!
