Healthy White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: Healthy White Bean Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil or 1 teaspoon canola oil; 2 medium yellow onions, chopped; 5 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 lbs ground turkey; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon dried sage or 1 tablespoon fresh sage; 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg; 4 (15 ounce) cans of white cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 2 cups chicken stock; 1 cup fat-free half-and-half; salt

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon olive oil or 1 teaspoon canola oil
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, chopped
3 lbs ground turkey
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon dried sage or 1 tablespoon fresh sage
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
4 (15 ounce) cans of white cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup fat-free half-and-half
salt

1
Heat a large heavy bottom pot over medium heat.
2
Add oil after pot is hot.
3
Cook onions until soft, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the garlic and cook an additional 2 minutes.
5
Add the spices and cook for another 2 minutes. (If using fresh sage, do not add until the very end.).
6
Add the ground turkey and cook all the way through, until meat is white.
7
Stir in the chicken stock and half and half.
8
If you are using fresh sage, add it at this point.
9
Lower the heat to low, and let the flavor incorporate, about 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10
Serve with low fat cheddar or Mexican style cheese, low fat sour cream, chopped onion, and/or chopped fresh cilantro for garnish.

1131

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

130

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon olive oil or 1 teaspoon canola oil, 2 medium yellow onions, chopped, 5 garlic cloves, chopped, 3 lbs ground turkey, and more.

Yes, Healthy White Bean 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 White Bean Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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