Turkey Black Bean Chili Recipe

Name: Turkey Black Bean Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: *1 lb ground turkey (dark meat); *1 lb ground turkey (breast); *1 medium maya onion (chopped); *1 large green pepper (chopped); *1 medium jalapeno (chopped, remove seeds to reduce heat); *3 stalks of celery (chopped); *3 ears of corn (cut fresh corn from ear); *1 28-oz can of crushed tomatoes (Cento organic); *2 14-oz cans of fire-roasted tomatoes with green chiles (Muir Glen); *2 14-oz cans of black beans (rinsed and drained); *1 c. organic chicken broth; *2 tsp. chopped garlic; *3 tsp. chili powder; *2 tsp. Mexican chili powder; *2 tsp. cumin (ground); *2 tbsp. olive oil (divided); Salt and Pepper; Toppings (optional); *Freshly grated cheddar cheese; *Sour cream; *Oyster crackers; *Tortilla chips; *Diced jalapeno; *Chopped onion

Servings: persons

*1 lb ground turkey (dark meat)
*1 lb ground turkey (breast)
*1 medium maya onion (chopped)
*1 large green pepper (chopped)
*1 medium jalapeno (chopped, remove seeds to reduce heat)
*3 stalks of celery (chopped)
*3 ears of corn (cut fresh corn from ear)
*1 28-oz can of crushed tomatoes (Cento organic)
*2 14-oz cans of fire-roasted tomatoes with green chiles (Muir Glen)
*2 14-oz cans of black beans (rinsed and drained)
*1 c. organic chicken broth
*2 tsp. chopped garlic
*3 tsp. chili powder
*2 tsp. Mexican chili powder
*2 tsp. cumin (ground)
*2 tbsp. olive oil (divided)
Salt and Pepper
Toppings (optional)
*Freshly grated cheddar cheese
*Sour cream
*Oyster crackers
*Tortilla chips
*Diced jalapeno
*Chopped onion

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1. In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add ground turkey. Salt and pepper liberally, brown until cooked through. Remove cooked turkey from pot and place on a plate with several paper towels to drain excess fat.
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2. In the same pot, heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil and add chopped onion, green pepper, jalapeno and celery over medium-high heat. Cooked until onion is translucent, add garlic. Cook for an additional minute, add back ground turkey. Mix in the chili powder, Mexican chili powder and cumin.
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3. Stir in tomatoes, black beans and broth. Reduce heat to medium-low, so the chili cooks at steady simmer for 2 1/2 - 3 hours.
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4. 30 minutes prior to serving chili, saute freshly-cut corn in a pan over medium-high heat for 3 - 5 minutes. Add corn to chili. Add additional salt/pepper if needed.
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5. Serve hot topped with toppings of choice! I prefer freshly-grated cheddar and sour cream.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: *1 lb ground turkey (dark meat), *1 lb ground turkey (breast), *1 medium maya onion (chopped), *1 large green pepper (chopped), and more.

Yes, Turkey Black Bean 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!

Turkey Black Bean Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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