Healthy Delicious Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Healthy Delicious Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 small onion, chopped; 1 lb ground turkey; 1 small red bell pepper, chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 lb ground turkey
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar

1
Add olive oil to bottom of a large cooking pot and turn heat on medium-low.
2
Add garlic to pot and cook until it starts to brown, stirring frequently (about 2 minutes).
3
Add onions and cook on medium-low until golden and translucent (about 5 minutes).
4
Add ground turkey and cook, stirring frequently, until cooked through.
5
Combine seasonings in a small bowl, then pour over cooked turkey meat in pot, and stir.
6
Pour in 2 cans of crushed tomatoes (be careful, it will splash slightly).
7
Stir in light brown sugar, kidney beans, and chopped peppers.
8
Simmer on medium-low heat for 30 minutes with cover on, slightly vented to allow steam to escape.
9
Serve with your choice of sides!

501

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 1/2 small onion, chopped, 1 lb ground turkey, and more.

Yes, Healthy Delicious 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!

Healthy Delicious Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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