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A bowl of ground turkey chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese and garnished with parsley. The hearty chili includes kidney beans and tomatoes, offering a delicious twist. A side of tortilla chips is partially visible in the background.
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5 from 15 votes

Ground Turkey Chili

Try this easy ground Turkey Chili recipe that is healthy and an easy to make one pot recipe that the entire family will love.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Chilis, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $13.10, $2.18 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground Turkey
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • ½ Yellow Onion (diced)
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 2 can Red Kidney Beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes (15 ounces)
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (15 ounces)
  • 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add ½ diced yellow onion and 1 diced red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  • Add 1 pound ground turkey to the pot. Cook the turkey until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, and continue cooking until the turkey is no longer pink.
  • Add 2 cans drained and rinsed red kidney beans, 1 can crushed tomatoes, 1 can diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon salt, and 2 cups chicken broth.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer for about 20-30 minutes until the flavors are combined and the chili has thickened.  
  • Stir all the ingredients together until fully combined.
  • Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes until the flavors blend together and the chili thickens.
  • Serve warm with your favorite chili toppings and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
If you prefer a milder chili, omit the cayenne pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 759mg | Potassium: 1033mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1741IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 6mg
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