A steaming bowl of thick turkey chili loaded with kidney beans and black beans, served on a light surface.

Ground Turkey Chili

This hearty high-protein ground turkey chili simmers kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and warm spices in under 45 minutes.

Prep10 min
Cook30 min
Total40 min
Serves6
Gluten-freeDairy-freeHigh-protein
8686/100 · ExcellentBuilt on ground turkey, black beans and chicken broth. Held back by chili powder.

Packed with lean ground turkey and two types of beans, this nourishing chili delivers deep, comforting flavor without hours spent simmering on the stove. Warm cumin, chili powder, and rich crushed tomatoes create a thick, satisfying texture that keeps you full. It is an effortless, wholesome weeknight dinner that comes together in a single pot.

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Warm the avocado oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking until fragrant and the paste darkens, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour in the chicken broth, using a spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot.

  5. 5

    Add the crushed tomatoes, drained kidney beans, and drained black beans, stirring well to combine all ingredients.

  6. 6

    Bring the chili to a rolling boil over high heat, about 3 minutes.

  7. 7

    Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover partially with a lid, and let simmer gently until thickened and rich, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.

  8. 8

    Remove the pot from the heat and allow the chili to rest uncovered for 3 minutes before serving.

Tip

Store cooled chili in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze in portions for up to 3 months. If the chili thickens after chilling, loosen it with a splash of warm chicken broth when reheating.

An original Clearshelf recipe, built from products on Clearshelf. Photo is illustrative.