Description
High Protein Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender ground turkey, wholesome beans, and a medley of spices. Perfect for chilly evenings or game days, this chili provides a warm hug in a bowl while delivering a protein-rich punch that fuels an active lifestyle. Easy to prepare and customizable with toppings like cheese and avocado, this recipe is destined to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks until browned (approximately 7 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed black beans, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes (including juice). Stir well to combine.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir again and let simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like shredded cheese or fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg