Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes, black beans, pinto beans, corn, green chiles, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 45 milligrams
- Sodium: 750 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 10 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and spicy
- Lean and healthy
- Packed with fiber and protein
- Easy to make and customizable
User Comments:
- "This chili is so delicious and easy to make. I love that it's a healthier version of traditional cowboy chili." - Jane D.
- "I'm not usually a fan of turkey chili, but this one is amazing! The spices are perfect and the beans give it a great texture." - John S.
- "I made this chili for a party and it was a hit. Everyone raved about how flavorful and satisfying it was." - Mary B.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have ground turkey, you can use ground beef or pork instead.
- To make the chili even leaner, you can use 93/7 ground turkey.
- If you like your chili spicy, you can add more chili powder or diced green chiles to taste.
- To serve, top the chili with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, onions, or cilantro.