Turkey White Bean Chili
Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Turkey White Bean Chili, a lighter twist on a classic comfort food. Loaded with lean ground turkey, protein-packed white beans, and a medley of spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, this chili is as nutritious as it is delicious. A splash of green chilies adds a mild kick, while optional toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, and fresh cilantro let you customize every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal go-to recipe for healthy, crowd-pleasing meals. Serve it with lime wedges for a zesty finish, or enjoy it as is—this guilt-free chili is packed with flavor, not extra calories!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 4-ounce can green chilies, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels, frozen or canned (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional, for topping)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the cumin, chili powder, ground coriander, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
Add the white beans, diced green chilies, and corn (if using). Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and your choice of toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar, or a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.2 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.8 g | 199% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 442 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 4873 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.1 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.1 g | 218% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.9 g | ||
| Protein | 171.8 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1136 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 29.5 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 4611 mg | 98% | |
*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.
