Ground Turkey Chili
Ground Turkey Chili is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly nights or gathering with friends. With its rich blend of spices, lean ground turkey, and vibrant vegetables, each spoonful offers warmth and flavor. This easy-to-make chili is not only nutritious but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings. Enjoy it straight from the pot or serve it over nachos for a delicious twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onions and bell peppers.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned (6-8 minutes). Break apart with a spatula.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes with their juices into the pot and mix well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg