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Quick Award Winning Turkey Chili Recipe

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Bold, hearty, and healthier than classic beef versions, this Award Winning Turkey Chili is packed with lean ground turkey, beans, and perfectly balanced spices. Ready in under an hour, it’s a crowd-pleasing, gluten-free chili ideal for weeknights, game day, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream for topping
  • Shredded cheddar cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
  5. Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper, and stir to bloom spices.
  6. Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  7. Add kidney beans and black beans and gently mix.
  8. Stir in brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce.
  9. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Stir in chopped cilantro, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

Add beans during the simmer stage to prevent mushiness. Taste and adjust salt mid-simmer, as broth sodium levels vary. For a thicker chili, simmer uncovered longer. Always add sour cream just before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: award winning turkey chili, healthy turkey chili, easy turkey chili recipe

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