Easy White Chili Made with Ground Turkey

Warm up with a bowl of comforting, protein-packed *Easy White Chili Made with Ground Turkey*, a lighter twist on traditional chili that’s bursting with flavor and ready in just 40 minutes. Featuring lean ground turkey, hearty cannellini beans, and a vibrant medley of spices like cumin, oregano, and chili powder, this one-pot wonder strikes the perfect balance between zesty and satisfying. The fresh pop of lime juice and optional garnishes of cilantro and Monterey Jack cheese elevate each bite, making it the ultimate cozy weeknight dinner or Game Day favorite. With a quick prep time and simple ingredients, this healthy and flavorful chili is sure to be a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 ounces diced green chilies
• 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans (white kidney beans), drained and rinsed
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the diced green chilies, cannellini beans, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, oregano, coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the chili and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or spices to suit your preference.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh lime juice just before serving for a bright finish.

Step 9

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and shredded Monterey Jack cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2408.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2063.8

Total Fat 82.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 422.0mg	0%
Sodium 4890.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 173.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1358.1mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 3981.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 31.4%