Healthy & Easy Turkey Chili
A comforting and nutritious turkey chili packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein, Low-Calorie
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern)
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or avocado
Instructions
- Sauté the onion in a large pot over medium heat with some oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
- Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Mix in the white beans and corn, warming through for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Simmer for 20 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve hot, garnished with your choice of toppings.
Notes
For thicker chili, let it simmer uncovered for an extra 5-10 minutes. Adjust spices to taste.