Healthy Turkey Chili

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Published 2/7/2022
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic

Try our heart-healthy turkey chili loaded with boldly seasoned beans, bell peppers, and onion. Top your chili with cheddar cheese for a perfectly cheesy complement.

Total Time
30 minutes
Servings
8
Calories
175
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About This Turkey Chili

Need a quick, one-pan recipe for dinner? Then this is the best healthy chili recipe for you. Simple ingredients help you pull this comfort food dinner together in just 30 minutes! Ground turkey breast is effortlessly complemented by red bell pepper, hot sauce, kidney beans and low fat cheddar cheese. This hearty chili is low in sodium, making it a heart healthy dinner recipe for you and your family. Have picky eaters? This chili is a kid-friendly recipe that’s also good for gluten-free diets. And if you hate doing dishes, get ready to celebrate because this is a one-pot recipe made right on the stovetop. What’s the secret to making this a low-fat recipe? It’s all about the meat! Turkey is lean and low in fat, making it a great substitute for ground beef. This diet-friendly chili is only 175 calories per serving, so chow down on a bowl of this hearty chili tonight!

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Ingredients

Recipe yields 8 servings

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How to Make Turkey Chili

  1. Step 1

    In a large skillet, saucepan or dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add turkey and cook, stirring occasionally, until just browned.

  2. Step 2

    Add onion and bell peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes, or until vegetables are softened.

  3. Step 3

    Add cumin and tomatoes, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon to release their juices, and cook for 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add beans, hot sauce, salt, black pepper and parsley and stir to combine. Cook for 3 minutes, or until beans are heated through.

  5. Step 5

    Serve sprinkled with cheddar cheese and additional chopped parsley, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 cup

175
Calories
3
g
Fat
37
mg
Cholesterol
279
mg
Sodium
17
g
Carbs
1
g
Sat. Fat
4
g
Fiber
19
g
Protein
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