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Turkey chili is hearty, filling, flavorful, and delicious. It's warm and cozy, quick and easy to make in one pot, and can be made faster in the instant pot. | aheadofthyme.com

Turkey Chili


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  • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10-12 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Turkey chili is hearty, filling, flavorful, and delicious. It's warm and cozy, quick and easy to make in one pot, and can be made faster in the instant pot.


Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium red onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper (or jalapeño pepper), diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

For the toppings:

  • sour cream
  • cheddar cheese, shredded
  • avocado, sliced
  • cilantro, finely chopped
  • lime, wedged

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a 4 quart Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat until the hot oil sizzles, about 1 minute. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes until it turns white, stirring well. Make sure to break up ground turkey into small pieces with a spatula while cooking.
  3. Stir in salt, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano until well combined. Add diced tomatoes, broth, soy sauce (if using), kidney beans, and black beans. Stir well and bring it to a boil, about 5 minutes.
  4. Cover the lid and simmer over low heat for 30-35 minutes until thickened to a desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve with your favorite chili toppings such as sour cream, cheese, avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips, and lime wedges, if desired.

Instant Pot Instructions:

  1. Turn on the Sauté function on high on the Instant Pot. Add oil and heat until the hot oil sizzles, about 1 minute. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes until it turns white, stirring well. Make sure to break up ground turkey into small pieces with a spatula. Stir in all seasonings including salt, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, broth, soy sauce (if using), kidney beans, and black beans. Seal the lid and turn the steam release knob to Seal position. Pressure cook for 12-15 minutes. Once the time is up, quick release the remaining pressure by turning the steam release valve to the venting position. Serve immediately.

Notes

How to store chili: Keep leftover turkey chili in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Allow it to cool to room temperature first before storing.

How to freeze chili: You can also freeze cooked turkey chili for up to 2-3 months. Store in an airtight container or freezer bag. I would also recommend portioning them out into smaller portions to easily thaw the exact amount that you want. When ready to eat, allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator first.

How to reheat chili: You can reheat turkey chili in a pan over the stove on medium heat or in the microwave on medium heat, until warmed through.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Stew
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican