Turkey White Bean Chili

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Turkey White Bean Chili, a lighter twist on a classic comfort food. Loaded with lean ground turkey, protein-packed white beans, and a medley of spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, this chili is as nutritious as it is delicious. A splash of green chilies adds a mild kick, while optional toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, and fresh cilantro let you customize every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal go-to recipe for healthy, crowd-pleasing meals. Serve it with lime wedges for a zesty finish, or enjoy it as is—this guilt-free chili is packed with flavor, not extra calories!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 4-ounce can green chilies, diced
• 1 cup corn kernels, frozen or canned (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional, for topping)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 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.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Stir in the cumin, chili powder, ground coriander, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the white beans, diced green chilies, and corn (if using). Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and your choice of toppings like sour cream, shredded cheddar, or a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3278.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2568.6

Total Fat 108.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 442.0mg	0%
Sodium 4872.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 171.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1136.3mg	0%
Iron 29.5mg	0%
Potassium 4611.3mg	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: 37.0%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 36.9%