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    Home » Newest Recipes! » Vegetable » Veggie Turkey Chili

    Veggie Turkey Chili

    Published: Dec 1, 2019 · Modified: Dec 16, 2020 by Aubrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This healthy turkey chili is jam packed with super delicious vegetables and so much flavor. The best part is – it is so flexible. Use your veggies on hand. Mix up the meat. It is SO good. Great beginner recipe.

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    This post may contain affiliate links which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through this link (at no extra cost to you).

    Why This Recipe Works

    • It is SO packed full of flavor AND it is healthy. Seriously. Period. FULL STOP.
    • Did I mention, veggies and protein? Speaking of healthy and packed with veggies and protein, be sure to check out my Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup!
    • This is a great beginner recipe because you have so much flexibility. Change up the meat, veggies, spices – it’s going to taste good!
    • Preparation time is nothing – chop, throw it in the pot and come out with deliciousness!

    How do you make turkey chili from scratch?

    Turkey chili and chili in general is so easy to make from scratch! It is such a forgiving dish because you can play with meat, veggie and spice combinations and somehow it always turns out tasting magical!

    Personally, when you ask me what makes the best chili, I have to say there are three core spices:

    • Cumin
    • Chili Powder
    • Cocoa Powder

    The best chili is made from the ingredients you love and the right amount of delicious spices. I encourage you to taste as you cook. I am an unabashed crazy spice bold flavor lover. So I usually throw in a pinch more of everything here and there.

    How to make this recipe

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Ground Turkey 99% or 93% Fat Free – Whatever you prefer
    • 1 large Onion Chopped
    • 2 Bell Peppers Chopped
    • 1 16 oz Bag Carrots Chopped
    • 2 Zucchini Chopped
    • 2 Yellow Squash Chopped
    • 1 Bunch Kale Chopped
    • 2 tbsp Chili Powder Add more or less to your liking
    • 2 tbsp Cumin Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 tbsp Onion Powder Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 tsp Salt Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 tsp Pepper Add more or less to your liking
    • 5 cup water
    • 5 tbsp Better Than Bullion (Chicken) Any bullion or your choice. Add more or less to your liking
    • 28 oz Can Diced Tomato
    • 29 oz Can Tomato Sauce
    • 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder Optional. Could also add bar of chocolate.
    • 1 tsp Cayenne Powder Optional

    Instructions

    • Place ground turkey into a skillet and break up with a spatula.
    • Cook ground turkey until lightly browned and fully cooked. Cooking in olive oil or other cooking is optional depending on your calorie desires.
    • Add ground turkey to large pot.
    • Add water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and spices. Set to high to start heating to a boil.
    • Chop all veggies to desired size. Add to pot.
    • Once liquid comes to a boil, reduce heat and summer for about 15-20 minutes until your veggies are cooked to your desired softness.
    • You can add more water, bullion or spices to taste.

    Related Recipes

    If you are looking for other recipes PACKED with bold flavors and HEALTHY, check out:

    • Healthy Mushroom Soup
    • Sweet Potato Curry
    • Pistachio Crusted Salmon
    • Furikake Salmon

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    Turkey Veggie Chili

    A low calorie, healthy chili packed with fresh veggies and hearty ground turkey.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Course, Side Dish, Soup
    Cuisine: American, Mexican
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 140kcal
    Author: Aubrey
    Cost: $13

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Ground Turkey 99% or 93% Fat Free – Whatever you prefer
    • 1 large Onion Chopped
    • 2 Bell Peppers Chopped
    • 1 16 oz Bag Carrots Chopped
    • 2 Zucchini Chopped
    • 2 Yellow Squash Chopped
    • 1 Bunch Kale Chopped
    • 2 tablespoon Chili Powder Add more or less to your liking
    • 2 tablespoon Cumin Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 teaspoon Salt Add more or less to your liking
    • 1 teaspoon Pepper Add more or less to your liking
    • 5 cup water
    • 5 tablespoon Better Than Bullion (Chicken) Any bullion or your choice. Add more or less to your liking
    • 28 oz Can Diced Tomato
    • 29 oz Can Tomato Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Optional. Could also add bar of chocolate.
    • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Powder Optional

    Instructions

    • Place ground turkey into a skillet and break up with a spatula.
    • Cook ground turkey until lightly browned and fully cooked. Cooking in olive oil or other cooking is optional depending on your calorie desires.
    • Add ground turkey to large pot.
    • Add water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and spices. Set to high to start heating to a boil.
    • Chop all veggies to desired size. Add to pot.
    • Once liquid comes to a boil, reduce heat and summer for about 15-20 minutes until your veggies are cooked to your desired softness.
    • You can add more water, bullion or spices to taste.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 140kcal
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    My name is Aubrey. I am a busy lawyer and momma. While I am passionate about both, I have a place in my heart for great food and want to share it with other food lovers!

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    1. Lisa

      March 31, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      Make this! If you’re on the fence about making this chili…just do it, you won’t be sorry. The veggies add so much unique flavor and interest! I make turkey chili often but have never made chili with carrots in it, but I am pretty sure this will be my go to chili from now on! Aubrey Kitchen, you’re a culinarily, creative goddess 😊

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      • Aubrey

        March 31, 2020 at 4:48 pm

        Thank you so much!!!! I am so happy you liked it!!! Culinary creative goddess! You stop it! Love!

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