Easy Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Easy Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 onion, finely sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced or crushed; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 28 -ounce can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped; 16 to 19-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 pound boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; Garnish - sour cream, seeded red bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch dice; cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped; About 12 corn tortillas

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced or crushed
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
28 -ounce can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped
16 to 19-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 pound boneless skinless turkey breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
Garnish - sour cream, seeded red bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch dice; cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
About 12 corn tortillas

1
Heat olive oil.
2
When hot add onion and cook, covered for 5 minutes or until tender.
3
Add garlic, chili, cumin and cinnamon and saute for a few seconds.
4
Add cider vinegar and cook a minute.
5
Add tomatoes, and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
6
Add beans and turkey and cook for 5 minutes or just until turkey is cooked through.
7
Don't overcook or turkey will dry out.
8
Serve with corn tortillas (or rice).
9
To reheat corn tortillas - dip them briefly in water, then reheat on an ungreased griddle; pile them in foil and keep warm in oven or in a cloth.

1078

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 onion, finely sliced, 2 garlic cloves, minced or crushed, 2 tablespoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Easy Turkey Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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