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Easy Turkey Chili
15
min active
·
6
servings
·
40
min total
Lighter weeknight chili made with ground turkey, warming spices, and simple pantry staples.
Avo's Tip
Simmer uncovered for deeper flavor.
No ground turkey? Ground chicken or lean ground beef substitute directly.
No kidney beans? Black beans or pinto beans work equally well.
No canned tomatoes? 2 cups of fresh diced tomatoes when in season.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Can I make it spicier?
Add cayenne.
Best beans?
Kidney or black beans.
Can I use beef?
Yes.
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months.
Why It Works
One pot and a steady simmer keep things simple.
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Ingredients
1
Ground turkey
2
Canned beans
3
Diced tomatoes
4
Onion
5
Chili powder
Instructions
1
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the ground turkey and cook 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
2
Stir in the chili powder and any other spices. Cook 1 minute to toast the spices. Add the diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
3
Drain and rinse the canned beans and stir them into the pot.
4
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens.
5
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cornbread.
Quick Fixes
Too thin: Simmer uncovered on medium-low for an extra 10 minutes. Mashing a few beans against the side also thickens it naturally.
Bland flavor: Add a pinch of smoked paprika and taste for salt. A small squeeze of lime brightens everything at the end.
ingrediENTS
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1
Ground turkey
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2
Canned beans
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3
Diced tomatoes
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4
Onion
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5
Chili powder
instructions
1
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the ground turkey and cook 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
2
Stir in the chili powder and any other spices. Cook 1 minute to toast the spices. Add the diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
3
Drain and rinse the canned beans and stir them into the pot.
4
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens.
5
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cornbread.
High comfort. Low effort. Designed for real weeknights.
RECIPE
Easy Turkey Chili
15
min active
·
40
min total
·
6
servings
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