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Close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with rich, hearty Healthy Turkey Chili featuring ground meat, beans, and tomatoes.

Healthy Turkey Chili

This recipe makes a simple, lower-fat chili using ground turkey. It is a straightforward meal that cooks quickly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1.5 lb Ground turkey (93% lean or higher)
  • 1 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional) Adjust to your spice preference
Liquid and Beans
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 oz) can Kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can Black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Salt Or to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper Or to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground turkey to the pot. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned through. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  5. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add the diced tomatoes (with their liquid), kidney beans, black beans, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  7. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to blend.
  8. Taste the chili and adjust salt, pepper, or spices as needed before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

You can add toppings like a small amount of shredded cheese, plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, or chopped cilantro. For a thicker chili, remove the lid during the last 10 minutes of simmering.

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