Turkey Corn Chile Recipe

Rachael Ray's 30-Minute Comfort Food Winner! This Turkey Corn Chile recipe is a quick, easy, and flavorful weeknight meal. Packed with juicy turkey, sweet corn, and zesty spices, it's the perfect comforting dish ready in under 30 minutes. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 387.6 kcal
Protein 70g
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Ingredients for Turkey Corn Chile

  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Poultry Seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 -2 tsp hot sauce
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • shredded cheese (about 1/2 cup per serving), for topping
  • crushed tortilla chips, for topping
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

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How to Make Turkey Corn Chile

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large deep saucepot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium yellow onion, chopped, and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5-7 minutes, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped; 1 cup frozen corn; and 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; and 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite hot sauce (adjust to taste). Stir well to combine.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the flavors have melded and the turkey is cooked through.
  7. Serve hot, topped with your favorite shredded cheese (about 1/2 cup per serving) and crushed tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

18g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Turkey Corn Chile?

Turkey Corn Chile takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Turkey Corn Chile?

Turkey Corn Chile has approximately 387.6 calories per serving, with about 70 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Turkey Corn Chile?

The key ingredients for Turkey Corn Chile are Onion, Vegetable Oil, Garlic Cloves, Lean Ground Turkey, Red Bell Pepper, Frozen Corn. See the full list with measurements above.

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