Turkey Chili with Kidney Beans (Printable)

Hearty turkey chili with kidney beans, sweet corn, and aromatic spices. Ready in 55 minutes for six servings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 large onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 cup frozen or canned corn kernels, drained
06 - 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
07 - 1 (14 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

→ Liquids

08 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
09 - 2 tbsp tomato paste

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 2 tbsp chili powder
11 - 1 tsp ground cumin
12 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
14 - 1 tsp dried oregano
15 - 1 tsp salt
16 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
02 - Add diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes with juices, kidney beans, corn, and broth. Stir to combine thoroughly.
05 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavors meld together.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with desired toppings such as chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, or shredded cheese.

# Tips from dashanddishes:

01 -
  • The lean turkey keeps it light without sacrificing any of that deep chili satisfaction
  • It freezes beautifully so you can always have a homemade meal ready on chaotic days
02 -
  • The chili thickens as it cools, so do not panic if it looks a bit thin while simmering
  • Tomato paste can burn quickly once added, so stir constantly during that minute
03 -
  • Use a potato masher to lightly mash some of the beans for a thicker texture
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded, it melts so much better

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