White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe
White bean turkey chili is hearty, healthy and very comforting. It combines lean turkey, creamy white beans and spices. This chili tastes rich and warms you from the inside.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 cans 15 oz each white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Heat Olive Oil
- Place a large pot on medium heat. Add olive oil. Let it warm before adding vegetables.
Cook Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant. Stir often to prevent burning.
Brown the Turkey
- Add ground turkey to the pot. Break it into small pieces. Cook until no pink remains.
Add Spices
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the turkey evenly.
Add Tomatoes
- Pour in diced tomatoes. Stir into the turkey mixture. Let it cook for two minutes.
Add White Beans
- Add drained white beans. Mix gently. These make the chili creamy and filling.
Pour in Broth
- Add chicken broth. Stir everything together. Bring chili to a gentle simmer.
Simmer the Chili
- Lower heat and cover the pot. Let chili simmer for twenty minutes. Stir occasionally for even cooking.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the chili. Adjust salt and pepper if needed. Add extra chili powder for more heat.
Serve Hot
- Ladle chili into bowls. Garnish with parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Use lean turkey for a healthier chili.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Adjust spices to taste.
- Use low-sodium broth for better control.
- Make ahead and refrigerate; flavor improves next day.