Go Back Email Link
–+ servings
Best Ever Turkey Chili Recipe!

Turkey Chili Recipe

This hearty turkey chili is rich in flavor, packed with lean protein and spices. It’s a clean, comforting meal perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or cozy weekends with family.
Hit the Rating button
Print Pin
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Calories: 185kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 8

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 28 ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 16 ounce can canned kidney beans - drained, rinsed, and mashed
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
    Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
  • Stir in ground turkey and cook until browned.
    Stir in ground turkey and cook until browned.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, water, and mashed kidney beans.
    Add crushed tomatoes, water, and mashed kidney beans.
  • Mix in chili powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Stir occasionally, letting flavors blend and chili thicken.
  • Serve hot with toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.
    Best Ever Turkey Chili Recipe!

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 472mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg