Zesty Turkey Chili
Warm up your kitchen with a hearty bowl of Zesty Turkey Chili, a flavorful and health-conscious twist on a classic comfort food. This one-pot wonder combines lean ground turkey, robust spices like smoked paprika and chili powder, and a medley of fiber-rich beans for a protein-packed, nutrient-dense meal. Fresh lime juice adds a bright, citrusy kick, while optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro provide a customizable finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe delivers bold, satisfying flavors in just under an hour. Gluten-free and incredibly versatile, it’s a must-try for chili lovers craving a zesty upgrade.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 can canned diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 can canned tomato sauce (8 oz)
- 1 can canned black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the pot. Cook while breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute to enhance the spices’ flavors.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, kidney beans, and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let simmer gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and sour cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.8 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 5007 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 114.6 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 674 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1820 mg | 39% | |
*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.
