White Bean Turkey Chili
Warm your soul with this hearty White Bean Turkey Chili, a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This chili combines lean ground turkey with creamy white beans and vibrant spices, delivering rich flavor in every spoonful. It’s gluten-free, packed with protein and fiber, and ideal for meal prep—make a big batch and enjoy it throughout the week! Whether served on its own or with your favorite garnishes, this chili is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 lb. lean ground turkey
- 2 cans cannellini or Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 14.5 ounces low sodium fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion for about 5-6 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and spices; sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink (about 5-6 minutes), breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Mash one cup of rinsed beans in a bowl until smooth. Combine both mashed and whole beans with the cooked turkey, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth in the pot.
- Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and let simmer for 20-30 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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