How to Make Chili With Turkey and Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chili is a popular and versatile dish enjoyed by many people around the world. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or looking for a comforting meal on a cold night, chili is always a good idea. It’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make, making it a staple in many households.

While traditional chili is made with ground beef, there are many variations that use different types of meat, such as turkey. Turkey chili is a healthier alternative to beef chili, as it is lower in fat and cal...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 4 (14.5 ounce) cans diced stewed tomatoes
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can chili beans, undrained
  • 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 cube French onion bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 15 servings

  • Cook turkey, onion, and green pepper in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink, about 10 minutes, stirring often; rain excess grease. Stir stewed tomatoes, chili beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, jalapeno pepper, garlic, chili powder, molasses, cumin, bouillon cube, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper into turkey mixture.
  • Bring chili to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover pot. Simmer until vegetables are tender and flavors have blended, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    227 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 805mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 100mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 670mg