Quick and Easy Chili Diabetic Friendly

Warm up your weeknights with this Quick and Easy Chili that's not only delicious but also diabetic-friendly! Packed with lean ground turkey, hearty low-sodium black and kidney beans, vibrant bell peppers, and bold spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this one-pot wonder offers a satisfying, guilt-free meal in just 35 minutes. With no-added-sugar tomato sauce and low-salt options for key ingredients, it’s a healthy twist on a classic favorite, perfect for managing blood sugar without sacrificing flavor. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt for a creamy finish, and enjoy this wholesome chili as a comforting, protein-packed dinner the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 15 ounces Diced tomatoes (no-salt-added)
• 8 ounces Tomato sauce (no-sugar-added)
• 15 ounces Canned black beans (low-sodium, drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans (low-sodium, drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0 Salt (optional, to taste)
• 1 cup Water or low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0 Plain Greek yogurt (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the diced green bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes to soften.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and ground black pepper. Toast the spices for 30 seconds to enhance their flavor.

Step 7

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water or chicken broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Mix in the drained and rinsed black beans and kidney beans.

Step 9

Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning to taste with additional salt if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2661.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1901.6

Total Fat 53.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 331.5mg	0%
Sodium 2512.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 163.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 745.0mg	0%
Iron 29.1mg	0%
Potassium 5555.9mg	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: 24.3%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 42.4%