White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe

Name: White Bean Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12-2 lbs dried great northern beans; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups chopped white onions; 8 ounces diced green chilies; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano, crumbled; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 7 cups organic chicken broth; 3 ½ cups chopped fresh tomatillos; 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 12 lbs skinless boneless turkey breasts; 1 cup chopped green onion; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 12-2 lbs dried great northern beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped white onions
8 ounces diced green chilies
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano, crumbled
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
7 cups organic chicken broth
3 ½ cups chopped fresh tomatillos
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 12 lbs skinless boneless turkey breasts
1 cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
shredded cheddar cheese

1
Place white beans in large bowl.
2
Add enough cold water to cover by at least 3 inches; let stand overnight.
3
Drain and rinse beans.
4
Heat oil in heavy Dutch oven over medium heat.
5
Add chopped onions and saute 5 minutes.
6
Add diced chilies, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, and chili powder; saute 5 minutes.
7
Add beans, chicken broth, chopped tomatillos, and cilantro.
8
Bring bean mixture to boil.
9
Cut turkey breast in half crosswise and add to bean mixture.
10
Simmer until turkey is just cooked through (about 20 minutes).
11
Transfer turkey to a plate, cover with foil and refrigerate.
12
Simmer chili until beans are tender, about 2 hours.
13
Cut turkey into 1/2 inch pieces.
14
Add turkey, green onions, and lime juice to chili and stir.
15
Simmer for 30 minutes.
16
Season with salt and pepper.
17
Top each serving with chopped fresh cilantro and cheddar cheese.

1146

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

153

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12-2 lbs dried great northern beans, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cups chopped white onions, 8 ounces diced green chilies, and more.

Yes, 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!

White Bean Turkey Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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