Ground turkey chili is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch. It is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether you like it mild or spicy, or prefer a vegetarian or vegan version, there is a ground turkey chili recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we will provide you with a variety of recipes for ground turkey chili, so that you can find the perfect one for your next meal.
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GROUND TURKEY CHILI
A healthier alternative to regular chili. This chili is economical and freezes well. I threw it together with things I already had in my kitchen after ground turkey went on sale at the store.
Provided by KMSoprano
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat saute the onion, garlic and ground turkey until turkey is browned.
- Add tomatoes, pepper, cumin, chili powder, oregano, cinnamon, brown sugar and cayenne pepper.
- Saute for 5 more minutes.
- Add black beans, corn and chicken broth to the pot.
- Puree cannellini beans in a blender or food processor.
- Add puree to the pot.
- Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.
- If the turkey mixture seems dry when browning, add a splash of olive oil.
- The spice measurements are approximate.
- If you want more or less heat, adjust the cayenne and the hot sauce.
- If desired, garnish with sour cream, shredded cheese or green onions.
EASY WHITE CHILI (MADE WITH GROUND TURKEY)
Don't let my lack of specific measurements keep you from trying this fantastic white chili. I'm a "freestyle" chef so most of my recipes are open for interpretation and experimentation. My husband and kids all enjoy this; I hope you do too.
Provided by CJSchmitt
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Saute the garlic and chopped onion briefly in the oil then add the raw ground turkey.
- Cook until the turkey is cooked through and slightly browned.
- Add the great northern beans, the broth (to your desired consistency), and the spices (to your taste).
- Simmer for 15-30 minutes.
SPICY GROUND TURKEY CHILI
"This chili is a scrumptious change of pace, thanks to ground turkey and the addition of cinnamon and allspice," writes Marlene Gravat of St. Louis, Missouri. "It was an instant hit with my husband, who tends to favor traditional beef chili."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Crumble turkey into a saucepan; add onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, chili powder, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
QUINOA, BEAN, AND GROUND TURKEY CHILI
Ground turkey chili with quinoa is great for chili dogs, nachos, or just in a bowl.
Provided by Michelle Colón Snyder
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Turkey Chili Recipes
Time 1h6m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat ghee in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add turkey, onion, garlic, and black pepper. Cook and stir until turkey is browned, about 6 minutes. Drain and discard fat.
- Stir tomatoes, tomato paste, celery, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt into the turkey mixture. Add broth, black beans, and kidney beans; stir to combine. Add quinoa; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 11.6 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 888.8 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
GROUND TURKEY CHILI FOR PEOPLE WHO HATE GROUND TURKEY
I totally hated ground turkey until I tried this recipe. People don't even know ground turkey is in it; until you tell them;so don't.This chili is mild so any one can eat it.
Provided by Beeks
Categories Poultry
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Over medium heat spray a large dutch oven with non stick cooking spray.
- Saute ground turkey, green pepper, and onion until lightly browned and onion and pepper are soft.
- Add the remaining ingredients plus the water and stir well.
- Cook over medium heat for 30 minutes.
WHITE GROUND CHICKEN/TURKEY CHILI
Make and share this White Ground Chicken/Turkey Chili recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kim S.
Categories Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 9 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in large pot over medium heat. Add onions, celery, garlic saute until onions are tender.
- Add chicken and cook until no longer pink. Stir in spices for 1 minute.
- Add broth and green chilis. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in beans. Simmer 20-30 minutes.
- Serves 6 (appx. 1 1/2 cup servings) Can substitute ground turkey for the ground chicken. This is pretty spicy--reduce the cayenne, if you don't like spicy.
SAVORY GROUND TURKEY CHILI RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, olive oil, onion, chili beans, dark red kidney beans, pinto bean, tomato, crushed pineapple, chili seasoning, sweet corn, banana peppers, jalapeño, banana pepper juice, jalapeño pepper juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar
Provided by Amina Owens
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat, add chopped onions, and cook until translucent. Then, add ground turkey/beef, garlic powder, and onion powder and cook well.
- Once done, add meat, onions, and remaining ingredients to a crockpot, cover, and cook on high heat for 5-6 hours. (Can cook overnight as well).
- Serve with desired toppings and bread or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 30 grams
GROUND TURKEY AND BLACK BEAN CHILI
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large (4 quart), saucepan or dutch oven over medium heat. Add pepper, onion, carrot and garlic and saute until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin and cayenne; stir to blend. Increase heat to medium high and add turkey; break up with back of spoon and saute until turkey is no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Add beans, broth and tomato paste and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid thickens, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 260 calories, 10 grams fat per serving
TURKEY CHILI WITH GROUND TURKEY BREAST
This is an amalgamation of several different recipes I concocted when first getting familiar with ground turkey breast. I hope you enjoy it as much as my husband and I do!
Provided by Heirloom
Categories Poultry
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Crumble the ground turkey breast into a large (6 quart) stock pot and cook almost through, about 4 minutes, over medium high heat.
- Add the celery, green pepper, onion, and green chili and cook till softened, about 5 minutes, over medium high heat.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, basil, and sage and stir until just combined.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes, rinsed kidney beans, and chicken stock.
- Allow to come to a boil over medium high heat and then reduce heat to medium low, simmering uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Season with the salt and pepper to your preference.
- Cook's Note: When handling hot chilies always make sure to wear gloves and refrain from touching your eyes, exposed skin, or other sensitive areas. I've even wrapped my hands in saran wrap to protect them when I didn't have any latex gloves. Be careful!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.4, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 94.8, Sodium 1010.6, Carbohydrate 85.4, Fiber 24.4, Sugar 17.1, Protein 63.7
THICK GROUND TURKEY CHILI
This is a flavorful thick chili made with ground turkey and slow simmered vegetables. A perfect meal on a cold Northwest day while watching Sunday football.
Provided by Kristin D Trevino
Categories Stew
Time 2h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Chop all vegetables into small pieces.
- In a large soup style pot saute all the vegetables in olive oil until soft. 15 minutes.
- Add ground turkey to sauteed vegetable and stir until well cooked.
- Stir in all seasonings; cumin, oregano, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, celery salt, kosher salt. Mix well to incorporate all the seasonings.
- Dump in tomato paste, Rotel tomatoes, and pinto beans.
- Mix all ingredients well.
- Reduce your heat to low and let simmer for 1 hour to meld all the flavors and thicken the chili. Stir often. Be sure to taste the mixture to see if it needs more salt, pepper or chili powder to your liking.
- Put chili into large bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese (Tillamook), finely chopped jalapeno and fresh onion.
- Pair the chili with a local pale ale beer.
- Cheers!
CHILI WITH BEANS AND GROUND TURKEY
Similar to "Mom's Chili-Crockpot Version" this chili replaces ground beef with ground turkey, tomato paste with diced tomatoes, and is a lower fat alternative. Great with grated low fat cheese and fat free sour cream on top. Also, hot chili sauce to taste can be stirred into the crockpot to make this recipe hotter.
Provided by JulieMouse83
Categories Poultry
Time 4h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook beans, oregano, onion, garlic and 1 Tbs. chili powder in six cups water for 2 hours. Salt to taste after 1 hour.
- Toward end of bean cooking time, brown meat and garlic powder. Drain. Return to pan. Sprinkle with flour. (If flour sticks to pan, use a little water from beans to scrape sides.) Brown till combined.
- Set aside.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (don't drain), chili powder, basil, and oregano to crock pot and stir till blended.
- Add meat/flour mixture to crock pot.
- Add beans to crock pot. (Reserve water).
- Combine.
- Heat on "high" for one hour, then reduce to low and cook for at least one hour more. Add water from beans to chili if mixture becomes too thick.
- Prep time does not include soaking beans, but does include bean cooking time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.2, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 650.2, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 7, Protein 19.2
LOW FAT CHILI MADE WITH FAT-FREE GROUND TURKEY, 210 CALORIES PER
An anytime fun crowd pleaser. Make it by the truckload, keep leftovers in Ziplocs, whip 'em out in the morning & just let thaw.
Provided by HealthyChocolate
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spray each of 3 skillets with cooking spray.
- Sautee the turkey throroughly. (More effort is required stirring/separating ground-turkey "crumbles" than with high-fat, slippery ground beef.).
- Lower heat. Pour off all drippings.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, onions, and Taco Seasoning. Stir. Add kidney beans, stir again, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Top with with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced black olives & fat-free cheese if desired. Add 30 calories for each cheese slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.6, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 89.7, Sodium 335.9, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 5.1, Protein 28.2
WHITE CHILI WITH GROUND TURKEY
A great alternative to regular chili. This dish has a unique taste that even the pickiest eater will enjoy. Make sure you spice this one to taste! Garnish with cheese, salsa, sour cream and cilantro leaves, and serve with rolled tortillas on the side.
Provided by Donna Nugent
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes White Chili Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic and ground turkey and saute for 10 minutes, or until turkey is well browned. Add the chile peppers, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, cayenne pepper to taste and white pepper to taste and saute for 5 more minutes.
- Add two cans of the beans and the chicken broth to the pot. Take the third can of beans and puree them in a blender or food processor. Add this to the pot along with the cheese. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 92.3 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1366 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
TRADITIONAL CHILI WITH GROUND TURKEY
A traditional style chili that can be made with ground turkey or ground beef. I have made this recipe with ground beef and ground turkey, and they both have a similar flavor. Delicious with sweet corn bread and shredded Cheddar cheese. After the initial cooking on the stove, you can easily transfer this to a slow cooker.
Provided by Jessica Ordonia
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Turkey Chili Recipes
Time 1h55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground turkey. Cook and stir until the turkey is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the onion, green and red bell peppers, and jalapeno peppers. Cook and stir until the onion is softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, sugar, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Continue to cook until fragrant, about 8 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the beef broth, pinto beans, red beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer until thickened, about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. For a thinner chili, cover the pot when simmering.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 1559.7 mg, Sugar 13.6 g
GROUND TURKEY CHILI STEW
During the Labour Day weekend in New Mexico it's traditional to make a dish using Hatch Chilies. Hatch New Mexico is the prime growing area for chilies in the US. I chose to make this stew because it incorporates a lot of delicious ingredients. You can add more vegetables to this if you have some favourites, be adventuresome. ...
Provided by Jo Zimny
Categories Turkey Soups
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Note: If you want you can use lager beer instead of the lite beer to give it a deeper flavour. Also you can also use hotter chilies if you like more of a kick in you chili.
- 2. Put the coconut oil in a large sauce and heat it until its hot. Add the onions and saute until tender and transparent.
- 3. Add the ground turkey and cook until it's no longer pink. Add the salt, chili powder and garlic. Cook for a few more minutes to incorporate the flavours.
- 4. Add the potatoes, celery, chilies, pepperoncinis, asparagus, mushrooms, tomatoes, tomato juice, chili wine or beer. Cook about 15 minutes to make sure the potatoes are tender.
- 5. Add the kidney beans and cook for another 15 minutes. You can also leave this to simmer longer if you like, it can only get better tasting! You can make this a day ahead and it tastes even better the next day.
- 6. Enjoy!
HEARTY GROUND TURKEY CHILI
DH and I enjoyed this hearty chili from Norman Kolpas' "The Chili Cookbook." While the recipe calls for masa harina, I think I would omit it next time as the chili really did not need extra thickening and I think it detracted from the flavor just a bit. Also, DH and I ate this chili in a bowl, we did not serve it over rice. It lent itself well to this method. I used baby bellas for the mushrooms. Finally, we sprinked colby jack (I think that was what I had in the fridge) shredded cheese over the top, which I think is a must. Cheddar or a mexican blend of cheeses would also be good.
Provided by Dr. Jenny
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h57m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, paprika, chile flakes, cumin and coriander and saute 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add turkey and mushrooms, increase heat to high and saute until turkey is no longer pink, 7 to 10 minutes, stirring to break meat into rough chunks.
- Stir in remaining ingredients except masa and steamed rice.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat slightly and simmer briskly, stirring occasionally, until mixture is fairly thick but still slightly liquid, about 1 1/4 hours.
- Sprinkle in masa, stir and simmer until thick, about 15 minutes more.
- Discard bay leaves.
- Serve over rice or robust boiled beans.
SOMMER'S GROUND TURKEY CHILI
This has a lot of ingredients in it, but after a lot of experimenting, I've found that this makes a really wonderful combination for a chili. I make this at least once a month and my bf and I enjoy it every time. So I wanted to share it with the Zaar community and also put it here for safe-keeping. Enjoy!
Provided by blancpage
Categories Poultry
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Brown ground turkey, Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, chopped green, yellow, and red bell peppers over medium-high heat in a Dutch oven or large saucepan. until meat is browned. Drain, if desired and return to pan.
- Add the 3 cans of beans, the can of diced tomatoes, the ketchup, the brown sugar, and all of the spices, plus the water. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium, cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.4, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 74.7, Sodium 543.5, Carbohydrate 74.2, Fiber 22.6, Sugar 12.2, Protein 38.5
WHITE CHILI WITH GROUND TURKEY
I found this on a recipe site .. I had to share it is wonderful.. Especially on these chilli days..
Provided by Valarie Northup
Categories Bean Soups
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic and ground turkey and saute for 10 minutes, or until turkey is well browned. Add the chile peppers, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, cayenne pepper to taste and white pepper to taste and saute for 5 more minutes. Add two cans of the beans and the chicken broth to the pot. Take the third can of beans and puree them in a blender or food processor. Add this to the pot along with the cheese. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.
- 2. Garnish with cheese, salsa, sour cream and cilantro leaves, and serve with rolled tortillas on the side."
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use ground turkey with a higher fat content (at least 85%).
- If you don't have chili powder, you can substitute a mixture of cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- To make the chili spicier, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also add diced jalapeños or chopped habaneros.
- To make the chili more mild, reduce the amount of chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt to each bowl.
- For a thicker chili, simmer it for longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
- For a more complex flavor, add a variety of spices and herbs, such as cumin, oregano, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
Ground turkey chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey after the holidays, or to simply enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal. With a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills, you can easily make a pot of chili that will warm you up on a cold day.
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