Description
This Healthy Turkey Chili Recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish packed with lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a blend of spices. It’s a perfect balance of protein and fiber, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal option.
Ingredients
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Meat and Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 lbs lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 jalapeños, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
Canned Goods and Liquids:
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (Texas Pete recommended)
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 packet Stevia
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook turkey: Add ground turkey, onion, bell peppers, jalapeños, and garlic. Cook until turkey is browned.
- Add ingredients: Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, kidney beans, and spices.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less hot sauce and cayenne pepper.
- This chili can be topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or cilantro for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg