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Ground Turkey White Bean Chili Recipe

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This lean and high-protein ground turkey white bean chili is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for warming up during soup season. It combines tender ground turkey with white beans, diced green chiles, and corn, simmered in a spiced broth to create a thick and satisfying chili that’s easy to prepare and packed with bold flavors.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound (454 g) ground turkey

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust for spice preference)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Thickening & Liquids

  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 cups (473 ml) chicken stock

Add-ins

  • 4 ounce (113 g) can mild diced green chiles
  • 4 ounce (113 g) can hot diced green chiles
  • 15 ounce (425 g) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (164 g) frozen corn kernels

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion and garlic: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add a small amount of cooking oil. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Cook ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it apart into smaller pieces with your spoon or spatula. Cook until the meat is mostly cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add spices: Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, oregano, and cayenne pepper evenly over the turkey. Stir well to combine the spices thoroughly with the meat and onions.
  4. Incorporate flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the meat mixture and stir continuously to blend the flour evenly, avoiding any lumps. This will help thicken the chili during simmering.
  5. Add liquids and vegetables: Pour in the chicken stock, then add both the mild and hot diced green chiles along with the drained great northern beans and frozen corn kernels. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  6. Simmer chili: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered until the chili thickens, about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  7. Adjust seasoning and thickness: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. If the chili is not thick enough to your liking, sprinkle additional flour and vigorously stir it in to avoid lumps. Continue simmering briefly if necessary.
  8. Serve: Remove from heat and ladle the chili into bowls. Optional toppings include shredded cheese, diced avocado, and crushed tortilla chips for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, increase cayenne pepper or use only hot diced green chiles.
  • Use ground turkey breast for a leaner option if desired.
  • Adding additional flour gradually helps to control the chili’s thickness without making it gummy.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, allow it to simmer longer uncovered to reduce excess liquid.
  • Leftovers refrigerate well and flavors deepen after a day.

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