Recipe Turkey Chili

September 22, 2026

Cozy up this fall with this heart-healthy turkey chili recipe.

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons canola or corn oil
  • 1 medium-large chopped onion
  • 1lb ground turkey breast
  • 2 cloves of minced garlic OR 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (keep it heart healthy with “no-salt” beans)
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained (keep it heart healthy with “no-salt” beans)
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (keep it heart healthy with “no-salt” tomatoes)
  • 1 3/4 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen whole-kernel corn
  • 1 (6-ounce) can no-salt-added tomato paste
  • 4 medium sliced green onions (green part only)

Directions:

  1.  Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Make sure the bottom is covered
  2. Chop onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. When onions are soft, reduce heat to medium.
  3. Add in ground turkey, cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Stir frequently to turn and break up the turkey.
  4. Stir in the garlic, chili powder, pepper, and cumin.
  5. Stir in beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, corn, and tomato paste.
  6. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  7. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.