Easy ground turkey chili recipe will warm you up on a cold, winter day. It warms you up from the inside out.
This ground turkey chili is like a warm hug. It has all the warm spices, and it is hearty and delicious, plus it is healthy. This meal comes together really quick and easily. It is a great dupe for panera turkey chili.
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What We Love About This Turkey Chilli con Carne Recipe
If you are looking for a dinner with tons of flavor and so easy, this recipe is the one for you. Turkey offers some great health benefits to your diet.
- 35 Minute Meal: Comes together in just over a half an hour.
- Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry or fridge..
- Family Friendly: It has such an amazing flavor, everyone will enjoy this chili.
- Adaptable: Can make it low-carb or dairy free, etc…
- Makes Great Leftovers: Can use over nachos, tacos or salads.
Ingredient Notes
- Ground Turkey: Two pounds of ground turkey, a great lean protein.
- Onion: 1 onion diced.
- Bell Pepper
- House Seasoning Blend: Click on the link for the recipe.
- Olive Oil: One tablespoon.
- Garlic Cloves: three minced.
- Ro-Tel: A can of tomatoes and diced chilis.
- Crushed Tomatoes
- Kidney Beans: Black beans or other beans can be used.
- Taco Seasoning: Two tablespoons.
- Oregano
- Chili Powder: A teaspoon to add an extra kick.
- Sugar: Just a little sweet to counter the heat, brown sugar can work as well.
Equipment Needed for Ground Turkey Chili Recipe
- Dutch Oven
- Cutting Board
- Chef’s Knife
- Measuring Spoons
How to Make Healthy Turkey Chili
These are the basic steps for making turkey chili recipe. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and nutrition information.
STEP 1: HEAT
First, heat olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium high heat and then add turkey, onion and bell pepper and 1 teaspoon of House Seasoning; cook until turkey is cooked through and onions and peppers are softened.
STEP 2: DRAIN
Then add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant and then drain off any excess fat.Add Ro-Tel, crushed tomatoes and kidney beans; stir to combine.
STEP 3: SEASON
Next, add taco seasoning, oregano, chili powder, sugar and remaining House Seasoning; stir to combine.
STEP 4: Cook
Finally, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes.
Prep and Storage Tips
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
Prep all the vegetables and place in airtight containers or zip top bags and refrigerate until ready to cook.
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
This recipe is great for meal prep, keep in freezer in an airtight container for up to six months.
HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE
Thaw in the fridge overnight and then reheat on the stove top on medium-high in a pot or microwave in a bowl and tip with your favorite toppings..
Frequently Asked Questions Ground Turkey Chili
This recipe is already pretty healthy, full of protein and fiber, however you can also add some healthy vegetables such as butternut squash
Indeed, ground chicken is a great swap for the turkey.
Of course, use however make extra and freeze for a wonderful make ahead meal.
Yes, for this recipe, drain and rinse your beans before adding to this recipe.
Expert Tips for Making This Ground Turkey Chili Recipe
- Toppings: Add your favorite chili toppings, for example, sour cream, greek yogurt, avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese like cheddar cheese, green onions and veggies and tortilla chips
- Beans: Change up the kidney beans with black beans to make a black bean chili.
- Instant Pot Turkey Chili: Heat oil in the pressure cooker on saute and brown your ground turkey and then add the rest of the ingredients and manual cook on high.
- Additional Ingredient: Hot sauces, cumin or red pepper flakes can be added to up your heat level in this ground turkey chili recipe.
What to Serve with Ground Turkey Chili
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Ground Turkey Chili
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon house seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 oz Ro-Tel tomatoes and diced chilis, 1 can
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 can
- 16 oz kidney beans, 1 can
- 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons house seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium high heat.
- Add turkey, onion and bell pepper and 1 teaspoon of House Seasoning; cook until turkey is cooked through and onions and peppers are softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Drain off any excess fat.
- Add Ro-Tel, crushed tomatoes and kidney beans; stir to combine.
- Add taco seasoning, oregano, chili powder, sugar and remaining House Seasoning; stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes.
Expert Tips
- Toppings: Add your favorite chili toppings, for example, sour cream, greek yogurt, avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese like cheddar cheese, green onions and veggies and tortilla chips
- Beans: Change up the kidney beans with black beans to make a black bean chili.
- Instant Pot Turkey Chili: Heat oil in the pressure cooker on saute and brown your ground turkey and then add the rest of the ingredients and manual cook on high.
- Additional Ingredient: Hot sauces, cumin or red pepper flakes can be added to up your heat level.
Estimated Nutritional Information
The nutritional information provided are estimates. To learn more about how I calculate this information go to www.itisakeeper.com/about-its-a-keeper/privacy-disclosure-policies/
This recipe is my personal adaption of an ethnic inspired recipe. It is not intended to be an authentic recipe. I’ve recreated this recipe because I enjoy the flavors and I want to encourage my readers to expand their tastes and try new flavor combinations. The recipe, ingredients and processes may have been adapted to make the recipe accessible for the average American. I have provided links to authentic versions of the recipe in the post above. I encourage you to visit these pages and learn more about the traditional version(s) of this recipe.
I love chili and meals that warm me up. I can’t resist them even during the summer, lol. Thank you for this great recipe!
So flavorful! I did sub in my homemade taco seasoning, but this recipe is spot on delicious! Thank you!
What a great chili recipe! The taco seasoning adds a nice flavor to the chili!