Description
Looking for a comforting, protein-packed, and flavor-loaded meal idea? This Hearty Turkey Vegetable Chili is your answer. A one-pot wonder that brings together lean ground turkey, fiber-rich beans, vibrant vegetables, and bold spices, it’s perfect for an easy dinner or a meal-prep lunch. Whether you’re exploring healthy food ideas or need a quick dinner option, this easy recipe will win over your taste buds. Great for weeknights, cold-weather meals, or hearty game-day feasts. A true go-to among dinner ideas and healthy comfort food recipes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2. Add ground turkey. Break it apart and cook until fully browned, about 6–8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for 4–5 minutes until just softened.
4. Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and more salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes while stirring to combine flavors.
5. Add black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), and chicken broth. Mix everything well.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover partially and simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more chili powder for heat or a squeeze of lime for brightness. Serve warm.
Notes
For a richer texture, mash a small portion of beans into the chili while it simmers.
This chili gets even better the next day — perfect for leftovers.
Freeze in individual portions for quick weekday lunches or emergency dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: easy dinner, healthy chili, turkey chili, one-pot recipe, meal prep, hearty chili