Description
A flavorful, one-pot healthy turkey chili made with lean ground turkey, beans, and spices for a nutritious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, deseeded and diced (for mild heat, omit or use less)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ pounds lean ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika (smoked paprika is excellent for depth)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Optional toppings: sour cream or Greek yogurt, sliced avocado, chopped green onions, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a substantial pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Introduce the diced yellow onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño to the pot. Sauté these aromatics for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and softens.
- Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Next, add the ground turkey to the pot. Break the meat into fine pieces with your spatula and cook until it’s thoroughly browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, and kosher salt. Cook for about a minute, allowing the spices to toast and become aromatic.
- Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices, the rinsed and drained kidney beans, and the chicken broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Increase the heat to bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow it to simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld and deepen.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle the hot chili into individual bowls.
- Garnish with your preferred toppings such as a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, slices of ripe avocado, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, chopped green onions, or a generous portion of shredded cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For milder heat, omit or use less jalapeño.
- Smoked paprika adds excellent depth to the flavor.
- This chili can be simmered longer for even more developed flavors.