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Easy Turkey and White Bean Chili

Published October 2, 2020
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Easy Turkey and White Bean Chili
Published October 2, 2020
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Lean ground turkey breast keeps this quick chili light while also providing plenty of rib-sticking protein. For a spicier version, leave the seeds in the poblano, or add in a jalapeno pepper.

The perfect balance of fat, carbs and protein make this recipe an optimal lunch you can make at the beginning of the week and reheat at lunch time.

Active time: 25 minutes Total time: 37 minutes

Easy Turkey and White Bean Chili

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) chopped onion
  • 1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 pound (45g) ground turkey breast
  • 2 (15.5-ounce/448g) cans low-sodium Great Northern beans, rinsed, drained and divided
  • 4 cups (946ml) unsalted chicken stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 9 tablespoons (144g) reduced-fat sour cream
  • 6 tablespoons (27g) green onions, thinly sliced
  • 6 tablespoons (10g) cilantro, chopped

Directions

Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add oil to the pan and swirl to coat. Add onion and poblano; saute until almost tender, 6–7 minutes. Add garlic; saute 1 minute. Stir in chili powder, cumin and turkey; cook until turkey is done, stirring to crumble, about 4 minutes.

In a small bowl, mash 1 cup of beans with a fork. Add mashed beans, whole beans, chicken stock and salt to the pan. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, for 10 minutes.

Ladle chili into bowls; top with sour cream, green onions and cilantro.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 1/3 cups chili, 1 1/2 tablespoons sour cream and 1 tablespoon each green onions and cilantro

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 311; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 53mg; Sodium: 483mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 11g; Sugar: 3g; Protein 32g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 768mg; Iron: 17%; Vitamin A: 26%; Vitamin C: 25%; Calcium: 26%

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The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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