Barefoot Contessa Turkey Chili Recipe

The Barefoot Contessa Turkey Chili recipe is one of the best and easiest turkey chili recipes ever. This healthy chili is made with ground turkey, beans, corn, and a blend of spicy seasonings. This turkey chili can be cooked on the stove or in slow cooker. Please don’t forget to leave feedback about this Ina Garten recipe

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Ingredients You Need For Healthy Turkey Chili

This turkey chili is full of veggies, lean ground turkey, beans, and a perfect blend of spicy seasonings. Here’s what you will need to make it:

Turkey Chili Ingredients:

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound extra lean ground turkey (99%)
1 (28-ounce) can of diced tomatoes or crushed tomatoes
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
2 (15 oz) cans of dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, rinsed and drained
For topping:cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream

Turkey Chili Seasoning:

4 tablespoons chili powder (McCormick chili powder recommended)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

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How To Make Healthy Turkey Chili On Stove

Start by warming up some olive oil in a big pot on your stove. Toss in your chopped onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Give them a good stir and let them cook for a few minutes.
Next, add your ground turkey to the pot. Make sure to break it up and keep stirring until it’s fully cooked.
It’s time for the seasonings. Sprinkle in your chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and a bit of salt. Give everything a good stir.
Now, pour in your tomatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, and corn. Turn up the heat until it starts to boil. Once it’s boiling, turn the heat down and let it simmer. You’ll need to wait for about half an hour to 45 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when it gets thicker and all the flavors have mixed together nicely.
Give your chili a taste test and add more salt or seasonings if you think it needs it.
Now it’s ready to serve! Scoop it into bowls and add any extras you like on top, such as cheese, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro, or sour cream.

How To Cook This Turkey Chili In Slow Cooker

To prepare this healthy turkey chili in a slow cooker, start by browning the turkey and onions on the stove. Then, transfer them to the slow cooker, along with all other ingredients, but reduce the chicken broth to just 1/2 cup. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours.

Can I Use White Bean In Barefoot Contessa Turkey Chili

Yes, you can use white beans in the Barefoot Contessa Turkey Chili recipe. Replace the kidney beans with about 2 cans (15 oz each) of white beans. This amount should work well with the recipe’s proportions and still taste great.

What To Serve With Turkey Chili

Turkey Chili is usually served with cornbread, Spinach Strawberry Salad, or Ramen Noodle Salad. It also pairs well with a side of rice or roasted vegetables. I personally love to serve it with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of shredded cheese at dinner time.

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How Long Does Turkey Chili Last In The Fridge

Leftover Turkey Chili can last in the fridge for about one week. Simply let it cool down completely, then place it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge.

Can You Freeze Turkey Chili

Yes, Turkey Chili freezes well and can last about 3 months when frozen. To freeze it correctly, simply let it cool down completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container, and place it in the freezer.

To thaw, simply transfer the frozen Turkey Chili to the fridge overnight. It should be completely defrosted by the next morning.

How To Reheat Leftover Turkey Chili

The best way to reheat leftover Turkey Chili is on the stove over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, or in the microwave for about 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Turkey Chili Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1.5cups