Turkey Chili

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In this healthy turkey chili recipe, we skip browning the turkey for two reasons—it helps save time, and the lean turkey stays tender as it gently simmers in the chili. Poblano peppers and chipotles in adobo add a nice spice and smokiness to the dish. Top with your favorite garnishes, like shredded cheese, yogurt, avocado or lime wedges.

Julia Levy

Updated on June 28, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Nadine Bradley, RD, CNSC

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

A bowl of turkey chili, topped with grated cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced radishes and jalapeÃ±os — Photo:
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Active Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Heart-Healthy High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 ½ cups chopped yellow onion
¾ cup chopped poblano pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups water
1 pound 93%-lean ground turkey
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added light red kidney beans, rinsed
1 ½ tablespoons chopped canned chipotle chiles in adobo
¼ teaspoon salt plus 1/8 teaspoon
Shredded Cheddar cheese, nonfat plain strained yogurt, diced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, tortilla chips, lime wedges, thinly sliced jalapeño or serrano peppers and/or thinly sliced radishes for garnish (optional)

Directions

Heat oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and poblano; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder and oregano; cook, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant and the tomato paste has darkened, about 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and water, scraping to release any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add turkey, stirring to crumble. Add beans, chipotles and salt; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium to maintain a simmer; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chiles are tender and the turkey is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Divide the soup among 4 bowls. Garnish with cheese, yogurt, avocado, cilantro, chips, lime wedges, jalapeños (or serranos) and/or radishes, if desired.

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, February 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

379	Calories
17g	Fat
28g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups
Calories 379
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 11g	39%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 30g	60%
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 84mg	28%
Vitamin A 1498IU	30%
Vitamin C 7mg	8%
Vitamin D 16IU	4%
Vitamin E 3mg	18%
Folate 21mcg	5%
Vitamin K 9mcg	8%
Sodium 426mg	19%
Calcium 136mg	10%
Iron 4mg	22%
Magnesium 67mg	16%
Potassium 758mg	16%
Zinc 4mg	36%
Vitamin B12 1mcg	42%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Turkey Chili

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