Cooking Light's Turkey And White Bean Chili Recipe

This surprisingly flavorful turkey and white bean chili is anything but light! Easy to make in under 30 minutes, it's packed with bold taste and customizable to your spice preference. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this recipe has become a family favorite. Get ready for a chili so good, it'll change the way you think about healthy cooking!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 424.2 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cooking Light's Turkey And White Bean Chili

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How to Make Cooking Light's Turkey And White Bean Chili

  1. Sauté 1 medium onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), and 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce in a large pot over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1 lb ground turkey and brown, breaking it up with a spoon, until cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can white beans (rinsed and drained), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 cup chicken broth, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh cilantro and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Serve hot in bowls, topped with your favorite cornbread and a squeeze of lime. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

13g

Carbs

16g