Sommer's Ground Turkey Chili

Warm up your kitchen with Sommer's Ground Turkey Chili—a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings. Made with lean ground turkey, vibrant bell peppers, protein-rich black and kidney beans, and a medley of bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this chili strikes the ideal balance between comfort food and wholesome eating. The optional kick from fresh jalapeño adds customizable heat, while a simmering blend of crushed tomatoes and chicken broth creates a rich, savory base. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make chili is perfect for meal prepping or serving to a crowd. Garnish with fresh cilantro and finish with sour cream or shredded cheese for a satisfying, customizable meal that’s bursting with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped (optional for heat)
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 as desired sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)
• 0 as desired shredded cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using). Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and enhance their flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, black beans, and kidney beans. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with optional toppings like sour cream, Greek yogurt, or shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1720.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1112.5

Total Fat 47.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 45mg	0%
Sodium 3919.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 44.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 622.2mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 3737.4mg	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: 37.7%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 46.7%