Best 6 Three Bean Turkey Chili Recipes

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If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal that's perfect for a chilly day, look no further than three bean turkey chili. This easy-to-make chili is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, and it's a great way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays. With a variety of flavorful ingredients, including black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans, this chili is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI WITH TURKEY AND BEANS



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Ground turkey, stewed tomatoes, and four kinds of beans make this chili quick, light, and flavorful. It's great served in bowls and sprinkled with cheese for a fall lunch or supper.

Provided by The Lullaby League

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
4 (14.5 ounce) cans diced stewed tomatoes
1 (15.5 ounce) can chili beans, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon molasses
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cube French onion bouillon
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cook turkey, onion, and green pepper in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink, about 10 minutes, stirring often; rain excess grease. Stir stewed tomatoes, chili beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, jalapeno pepper, garlic, chili powder, molasses, cumin, bouillon cube, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper into turkey mixture.
  • Bring chili to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover pot. Simmer until vegetables are tender and flavors have blended, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 805.1 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

THREE-BEAN CHILI



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You won't miss meat in this tasty bean chili.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup dark beer
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, green pepper, celery and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Add the tomatoes, beans, beer, chili powder and cocoa. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 992mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 14g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SLOW COOKER 3-BEAN CHILI



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This is so easy and so tasty. Freezes great for meals later in the week. If you want it a little thinner add an extra can of tomato sauce. Also the green chiles are not hot but add a wonderful flavor, so don't be afraid of them.

Provided by lmyrato

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (20 ounce) package 93%-lean ground turkey
1 (28 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can reduced-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chiles
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon oregano
1 pinch ground cumin

Steps:

  • Cook and stir turkey in a large skillet until completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes; transfer to slow cooker.
  • Stir tomatoes, tomato sauce, pinto beans, kidney beans, black beans, onion, green chilies, chili powder, garlic, oregano, and cumin with the turkey in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours or on Low for 7 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 877.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

TURKEY CHILI



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This flavorful Turkey Chili recipe will satisfy even the heartiest of appetites. It's packed with lean ground turkey, three kinds of beans, and a variety of Mexican spices. Serve it with the toppings of your choice for a delicious, comforting meal.

Provided by Valerie Brunmeier

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 pounds 93% lean ground turkey
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
15 ounce can tomato sauce
15 ounce can kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
15 ounce can pinto beans (rinsed and drained)
15 ounce can black beans ( rinsed and drained)
½ cup diced yellow onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup red wine (like cabernet sauvignon or pinot noir)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste (optional))
2 dried bay leaves
cheese, sour cream, cilantro, bell pepper, tomato

Steps:

  • Coat the bottom of a large pot or Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray and place over MEDIUM heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring to break up the meat, for about 5 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease and return the pot to the heat.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, onion, garlic, and red wine. Season with the chili powder, cumin, parsley, oregano, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves.
  • Bring the chili to a simmer over MEDIUM-HIGH heat, then reduce the heat to LOW, cover, and simmer for 1 ½ to 2 hours. Stir the chili occasionally as it simmers.
  • Remove and discard bay leaves before serving.
  • Coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and place it over MEDIUM heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring to break up the meat, for about 5 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease and transfer the ground turkey to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients, as directed.
  • Cover and cook on LOW heat for 4 to 6 hours. Remove and discard the bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Sodium 730 mg, Fiber 16 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THREE-BEAN TURKEY CHILI



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This recipe from "Slow Cooker Recipes for All Occasions" is a good starting point for a great pot of chili. You may, as I did, substitute ground chicken for the turkey, and add whatever other seasonings you like - I myself added some garlic, cumin and oregano, which took this dish up an extra level.

Provided by Irmgard

Time 8h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground turkey
1 onion, chopped
28 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
15 ounces chickpeas, rinsed and drained
15 ounces red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
8 ounces tomato sauce
4 ounces mild green chilies, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder

Steps:

  • Cook and stir the turkey and onion in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until the turkey is no longer pink.
  • Drain and discard the fat.
  • Transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Cover and cook on high for 6 to 8 hours or until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.8, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 1021, Carbohydrate 59.7, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 8.3, Protein 29.6

ZIPPY THREE-BEAN CHILI



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Agnes Hamilton of Scott Depot, West Virginia uses convenient canned pinto, black and great northern beans to speed up preparation of her hearty chili. The one-dish meal has a stew-like consistency and a peppy Tex-Mex flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
8 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add mushrooms and peppers; cook and stir 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are almost tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, tomatoes and taco seasoning. , Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Add beans; simmer 30 minutes longer. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To save time, use canned or frozen beans instead of dried beans. If using dried beans, soak them overnight before cooking.
  • Use a variety of beans for a more flavorful chili. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
  • Add some chopped vegetables to the chili for extra nutrition and flavor. Good options include onions, peppers, and carrots.
  • Season the chili to taste with your favorite chili seasoning mix or individual spices.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Three-bean turkey chili is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With its combination of protein, fiber, and vitamins, this chili is a great way to get a healthy meal on the table.

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