Healthy White Bean Turkey Chili
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Healthy White Bean Turkey Chili, a wholesome and protein-packed recipe perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. Made with lean ground turkey, creamy cannellini beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this chili is bursting with flavor from a blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Low-sodium chicken broth keeps it heart-healthy while diced green chilies and a squeeze of lime add a subtle zest. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pot meal is as easy to prepare as it is nutritious, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or feeding a family. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and extra brightness, and you have a satisfying, guilt-free chili that everyone will love. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, flavorful alternative to traditional chili recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
- 2 14.5-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned, drained)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the turkey from the pot and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced green bell pepper, cooking for another 3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
Return the cooked turkey to the pot. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper, coating the turkey and vegetables evenly with the spices.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the cannellini beans, diced green chilies, and corn. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Additional salt or chili powder can be added at this stage, if desired.
Serve the chili warm in bowls. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for added brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.4 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 422 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 3684 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.5 g | 184% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 160.4 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 595 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 26.7 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 5196 mg | 111% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
