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Easy Turkey Chili

A lighter take on classic chili made with ground turkey and warming spices for a cozy, weeknight-friendly meal.

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RECIPE AT A GLANCE

15

min 

Active Time

35

min 

Total Time

6

SERVINGS

Stovetop

METHOD

Why It Works

One pot and a steady simmer keep things simple.

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

1.5 lbs ground turkey

30 oz canned beans (two 15 oz cans, kidney or black)

14.5 oz diced tomatoes (one can)

1 medium onion, diced

2 tbsp chili powder

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp cumin

1 cup chicken broth

1 tbsp olive oil

How to Make It

1

Dice onion and mince garlic. Drain and rinse canned beans.

2

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic cook 1 minute.

3

Add the ground turkey and cook 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.

4

Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens.

4

Stir in the chili powder and any other spices. Cook 1 minute to toast the spices.

5

Add diced tomatoes, beans, and broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

7

Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cornbread.

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Store

Store in airtight container up to 4 days. Freeze up to 2 months.

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Reheat

Warm gently in microwave.

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.

YumVerseEats

easy 30 minute meal

Easy Turkey Chili

Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground turkey

30 oz canned beans (two 15 oz cans, kidney or black)

14.5 oz diced tomatoes (one can)

1 medium onion, diced

2 tbsp chili powder

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp cumin

1 cup chicken broth

1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1

Dice onion and mince garlic. Drain and rinse canned beans.

2

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic cook 1 minute.

3

Add the ground turkey and cook 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.

4

Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens.

4

Stir in the chili powder and any other spices. Cook 1 minute to toast the spices.

5

Add diced tomatoes, beans, and broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

7

Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cornbread.

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Simmer uncovered for deeper flavor.

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