How to Make Traditional Chili with Ground Turkey - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chili is a beloved comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. Whether it's served at a family gathering, enjoyed at a tailgate, or simply savored on a cozy night in, there's something about a warm bowl of chili that warms the soul. And while traditional chili is typically made with ground beef, this recipe puts a unique twist on the classic dish by using ground turkey instead. The result is a lighter, healthier version that doesn't skimp on flavor.

This traditional chili with...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, diced (Optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground thyme
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground turkey. Cook and stir until the turkey is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the onion, green and red bell peppers, and jalapeno peppers. Cook and stir until the onion is softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, sugar, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Continue to cook until fragrant, about 8 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the beef broth, pinto beans, red beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer until thickened, about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. For a thinner chili, cover the pot when simmering.
  • Nutrition

    373 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 1560mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 56mg
    • Calcium: 146mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1170mg