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Turkey chili

Recipe Information

Description:
Turkey chili is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 45 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 45 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Turkey; Beans
Category Poultry; Beans & Legumes
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Boiling; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups zucchini, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 cup onion, chopped

  • 2 cups celery, chopped

  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped

  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, chopped

  • 1 pound cooked turkey, chopped

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • 2 cups diced canned tomatoes, no-salt-added variety

  • 4 cups canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained

  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 475°F.

  • Coat a glass baking dish with an even layer of cooking spray. Arrange a single layer of zucchini on the bottom of the dish, and bake for 8-10 minutes.

  • Add the oil to a Dutch oven, and heat over low heat. Sauté the chopped onions until tender, then add the celery, peppers, garlic, turkey, chili powder, and cumin seed. Stir well to combine, then cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

  • Add the tomatoes, kidney beans, vegetable broth, brown sugar, and roasted zucchini. Stir well, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

  • Ladle approximately 1 1/2 cups of chili into each dinner bowl, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 277 cal

  • Total fat: 5g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 43mg

  • Sodium: 315mg

  • Potassium: 764mg

  • Carbohydrate: 32g

  • Fiber: 9g

  • Protein: 26g

  • Calcium: 84mg