Low Carb Hearty Turkey Chili
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Carb Hearty Turkey Chili, a deliciously nourishing spin on classic chili that's perfect for healthy eating. Packed with lean ground turkey, colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and bold spices like smoked paprika and cayenne, this protein-rich recipe delivers robust flavors without the carbs. Juicy crushed tomatoes and a hint of green chilies balance the heat, while fresh cilantro adds a vibrant finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal simmering time, this recipe is both weeknight-friendly and crowd-pleasing. Ideal for meal prep or cozy gatherings, it's a guilt-free dish that satisfies your cravings for hearty comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 1 medium, chopped green bell pepper
- 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 15 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large, diced zucchini
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers, and sauté for 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey to the pot. Cook the turkey, stirring frequently, until browned and fully cooked, about 8 to 10 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and chicken broth.
Add the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine the spices evenly throughout the mixture.
Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the diced zucchini and stir. Let the chili simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the zucchini to become tender.
Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy your low-carb hearty turkey chili!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 6967 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.1 g | ||
| Protein | 105.5 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3635 mg | 77% | |
*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.
