Turkey Meatball Chili Recipe

Name: Turkey Meatball Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 slice white bread, crusts removed, cut into small cubes; 2 tbsp (25 mL) milk; 1 egg white, lightly beaten; 1 lb (500 g) ground turkey; 1 tbsp (15 mL) ketchup; 1 tsp (5 mL) brown mustard; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp (25 mL) all-purpose flour; 2 tbsp (25 mL) chili powder; 1 tbsp (15 mL) ground cumin; 1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano; 2 cups (500 mL) chicken broth; 1 cup (250 mL) canned crushed tomatoes; 1 can (14 to 19 oz/398 to 540 mL) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Servings: persons

1 slice white bread, crusts removed, cut into small cubes
2 tbsp (25 mL) milk
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 lb (500 g) ground turkey
1 tbsp (15 mL) ketchup
1 tsp (5 mL) brown mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp (25 mL) all-purpose flour
2 tbsp (25 mL) chili powder
1 tbsp (15 mL) ground cumin
1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano
2 cups (500 mL) chicken broth
1 cup (250 mL) canned crushed tomatoes
1 can (14 to 19 oz/398 to 540 mL) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1
Using your hands, combine bread and milk until bread is moistened.
2
Mix in egg white, turkey, ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper until thoroughly combined.
3
Form into 24 small meatballs.
4
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
5
Cook meatballs until evenly browned.
6
When almost done, add onion and saute until tender.
7
Add flour, chili powder, cumin and oregano; saute for 1 minute.
8
Add broth and tomatoes; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
9
Add beans and heat through.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 slice white bread, crusts removed, cut into small cubes, 2 tbsp (25 mL) milk, 1 egg white, lightly beaten, 1 lb (500 g) ground turkey, and more.

Yes, Turkey Meatball 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 Meatball Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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