Ground Turkey Chili + 24 More Ground Turkey Dinner Recipes

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This ground turkey chili is so nourishing and cozy! And it's just one of these 25 ground turkey dinner recipes that will satisfy you and your family.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired

Servings: servings

2 TBSP olive oil
1 lb ground turkey
Pinch of sea salt and cracked pepper
1 yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 cup chicken broth You can add more later if you want a thinner chili
14 oz can of red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
14 oz can of black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup frozen peas
28 oz can of crushed tomatoes, juice included
2 TBSP tomato paste
4-6 TBSP taco seasoning or chili seasoning I like using my homemade taco seasoning

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven.
When the oil is warm, add the onions to the pot and let them simmer for 5-7 minutes or until they’ve softened. After that, add the garlic and let it simmer for 30 seconds.
Transfer the ground turkey to the pot, then add the chopped bell peppers and taco seasoning. Sauté, stirring to distribute the seasoning. Break down the ground meat down into chunks as you go with a spatula or a ground meat chopper until it’s partially cooked.
When the turkey is partially cooked, add the tomato paste, beans, peas, carrots, tomatoes, and broth. Stir everything well, then bring it to a low simmer. Partially cover the pot with a lid and let the chili simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
After 15-20 minutes, check in on things. If the chili is thicker than you’d like, stir in some more broth. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference. You can add more taco seasoning if you need, or more chili flakes if you'd like more of a kick.
Serve with your favorite garnishes and sides! (See the blog post for side suggestions.)

For a smoky flavor, stir in a tablespoon of smoked paprika or 2 teaspoon of liquid smoke.