This easy turkey chili recipe is a hearty, healthy one-pot dinner perfect for cold nights, meal prep, or a quick weeknight meal. Learn how to make turkey chili step-by-step using simple ingredients for big flavor in 2026.
Turkey chili is a great lighter alternative to beef chili but still rich, satisfying, and packed with protein. Perfect for cozy comfort meals the whole family will love.
🔥 Why you’ll love this recipe:
✔ One-pot dinner
✔ Easy weeknight meal
✔ Healthy + high protein
✔ Beginner-friendly steps
🧄 INGREDIENTS:
🥩 MEAT:
• 32 oz (2 pounds) Ground Turkey
🌶️ VEGGIES:
• 1/2 Green Bell Pepper (chopped)
• 1/2 White Onion (chopped)
• 3 Whole Garlic Cloves (minced)
🥫 BEANS & TOMATO BASE:
• 1 can (14.5 oz) Whole Peeled Tomatoes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) Rotel Diced Tomatoes w/ Green Chilies
• 1 can (15.5 oz) Kidney Beans (drained & rinsed)
• 1 can (8 oz) Tomato Sauce
• 1 pack Blovemer’s Chile Powder
🧂 SEASONINGS:
• 1/2 tbsp Mrs. Dash Blend
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (or to taste)
• 1/2 tbsp Garlic Powder
• 1/4 tsp Seasoning Salt
• 1/2 tbsp Thyme
💧 OTHER:
• 1–2 tbsp Olive Oil (for sautéing)
• 2 cups Water (or adjust based on desired consistency)
👨🍳 INSTRUCTIONS:
1️⃣ In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add chopped onions, green pepper, and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and slightly soft.
3️⃣ Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
4️⃣ Stir in the peeled tomatoes, Rotel, tomato sauce, and kidney beans.
5️⃣ Add the Blovemer’s chile powder and all the listed seasonings.
6️⃣ Pour in 2 cups of water and mix everything well.
7️⃣ Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 25–35 minutes. Stir occasionally.
8️⃣ Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
9️⃣ Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crackers.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Intro
00:06 – Today’s Recipe
00:13 – Veggie Prep
00:27 – Dicing Onions & Peppers
00:36 – Garlic Prep
01:21 – Ground Turkey (2 lbs)
01:39 – Sauté Garlic & Oil
02:00 – Season Turkey
02:35 – Mix & Cook
03:04 – Whole Tomatoes
03:26 – Chili Seasoning
04:05 – Diced Tomatoes & Chilies
04:48 – Beans
05:10 – Tomato Sauce & Powder
05:48 – Add Water
06:03 – Add Veggies
06:14 – Simmer
06:30 – Final Look
06:42 – Plate
06:55 – Crackers & Taste
07:12 – Outro
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