Love chili, but want a lighter version? This turkey chili recipe is for you! It’s a healthier take on the classic Tex-Mex recipe, with all the hearty flavor of chili but with much fewer calories.
This recipe is made with ground turkey, black beans, canned tomatoes, spices, and herbs. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cold night.
Why you should try this recipe
This turkey chili recipe is a lighter and healthier version of the classic. It’s made with ground turkey, black beans, canned tomatoes, spices, and herbs. Here are some reasons why you should try this recipe:
- It’s a healthier option than traditional chili. Ground turkey is a good source of lean protein, and black beans and kidney beans are a good source of fiber and iron.
- It’s an easy recipe to make. You only need a few ingredients and a few minutes to prepare it.
- It’s versatile. You can adjust the flavor to your liking by adding more or less spices or chile.
- 0 WW Points
Ingredients
- 500 g. ground turkey
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ cup wáter (You can also use the juice from the can of beans.)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions for making Turkey Chili
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and cook for 1 minute. Drain off any excess grease. Remove from the pot and reserve.
- In the same pot, add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes and ½ cup of the bean liquid.
- Return the turkey meat to the pot, along with the black beans. Mix and cook everything together for 5 more minutes until the flavors melt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
- Add the corn kernels immediately before serving, or next to the chili as a garnish.
Variations and substitutions
- Add vegetables for a healthier chili: Carrots, squash, corn, and peppers are all good options.
- Add meat for a more substantial chili like pork. Just a little for flavor.
- Change up the beans for a different flavor profile: Pinto beans, chickpeas, and white beans are all good alternatives to black and kidney beans.
- Experiment with spices to create your own unique flavor: Chili powder, cumin, and oregano are all classic chili spices, but you can also try other spices like paprika, cayenne pepper, or smoked paprika.
- Top your chili with your favorite toppings: Cheese, sour cream, cilantro, onion, guacamole, and salsa are all classic chili toppings, but you can also get creative with your toppings.
Tips and Tricks Section for Making Turkey Chili
- Marinate the meat: Marinating the meat in taco seasoning, hot sauce, or any other spice blend you like will give it a more intense and deeper flavor. Let the meat marinate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
- Add tortillas: Adding a few tortillas just before serving is a great way to give the chili a crispy and flavorful touch. Cut the tortillas into strips or squares and bake them until crispy.
- Control the cooking time: It is important to control the cooking time to prevent the meat from drying out and becoming dehydrated. The ground beef should be cooked until browned, but it should not be overcooked or it will become tough. The beans should be cooked until soft, but they should not fall apart.
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Ingredients
- 500 g. ground turkey
- 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15 ounce can corn, drained
- 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ cup wáter, You can also use the juice from the can of beans.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and cook for 1 minute. Drain off any excess grease. Remove from the pot and reserve.
- In the same pot, add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes, and ½ cup of the bean liquid.
- Return the turkey meat to the pot, along with the black beans. Mix and cook everything together for 5 more minutes until the flavors melt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
- Add the corn kernels immediately before serving, or next to the chili as a garnish.
Notes
This is a 0-point WW recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 308gCalories: 246kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 22gFat: 7.8gSaturated Fat: 1.9gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 453mgPotassium: 636mgFiber: 7.2gSugar: 4.6gCalcium: 50mgIron: 2.4mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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