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Turkey chili packed with veggies, protein, and flavor is the perfect light yet hearty recipe for cold winter nights. - Feasting Not Fasting
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Turkey Chili with Veggies

The best turkey chili recipe packed with veggies, protein, and flavor is the perfect light yet hearty recipe for cold winter nights.
Course Soup and Stew
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 10 (1 1/2 cups each)
Calories 249kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 2 bell peppers (seeded and chopped)
  • 2 small zucchini chopped (about 2 cups)
  • 1 carrot chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
  • 1 lb. ground turkey
  • 2 turkey sausage links (can use 4-6 oz. more ground turkey instead)
  • 15 oz can kidney beans
  • 15 oz can chili beans
  • 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. salt or more if desired
  • 1/2 tsp. fresh cracked pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 tsp. worcestershire
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • Hot sauce per preference

Instructions

  • Heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, zucchini, garlic, and carrot and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and onions are starting to brown. Add turkey and cook until browned, chopping into small pieces while cooking.
  • When turkey is browned, add spices and stir into cooked meat for one minute before adding beans, broth, and tomato paste.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for at least 45 minutes uncovered. Adjust spice level with hot sauce and salt before serving. Optional garnishes include cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and green onion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5g | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1034mg | Potassium: 1101mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 3215IU | Vitamin C: 53.5mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 4.6mg