Hearty Turkey Chili for Cold-Weather Comfort

This warming, protein-rich turkey chili offers a lighter twist on a classic cold-season favorite while delivering bold, comforting flavors.

Ingredients

• 1½ lb. lean ground turkey

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil

• 2 large onions, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 16 oz. organic no-salt-added canned tomato sauce

• 1½ cups water

• 3 Tbsp. chili powder

• ⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper, or to taste

• 1 tsp. ground cumin

• 1 Tbsp. fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried oregano

• Fresh ground pepper, to taste

• ½ tsp. salt (optional)

• 15 oz. canned organic no-salt-added pinto beans, rinsed and drained

• 4 Tbsp. arrowroot

• ¼ cup cold water

Directions – Step by Step

1. Cook the Turkey: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and sauté for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Transfer to a strainer or colander lined with paper towels to drain excess liquid.

2. Build the Chili Base: In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté 2–3 minutes, or until translucent. Stir in the cooked turkey, garlic, tomato sauce, and 1½ cups of water. Simmer 20 minutes.

3. Season and Simmer: Add chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, fresh ground pepper, salt, and pinto beans. Continue simmering 30–40 minutes, letting flavors develop.

4. Thicken and Serve: In a small bowl, mix arrowroot with cold water. Stir into chili and cook 4 more minutes, or until thickened. Serve hot.

Servings

Makes 8 servings

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 335

• Protein: 26 g

• Carbohydrates: 26 g

• Fat: 13 g

• Sodium: 586 mg

• Cholesterol: 90 mg

• Fiber: 9 g