Spoon Simple
Unsalted Turkey Chili
Hearty one-pot turkey chili built with no-salt-added tomatoes and a bold spice blend — so you control the sodium without losing flavor. Feeds a crowd and freezes well.
Prep 15 min
Cook 35 min
Total 50 min
Serves 6
Ingredients
Step 1 — Brown the turkey
- 1½ lbs lean ground turkey (93%)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
Step 2 — Simmer the chili
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of cayenne
Step 3 — Serve
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Shredded cheddar (optional)
- Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Brown the turkey and vegetables
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook turkey until browned, breaking it up. Add onion and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes. Stir in garlic for 1 minute.
- 2
Simmer the chili
Add tomatoes, beans, broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 25–30 minutes until thick. Taste and adjust heat with cayenne if desired.
- 3
Serve
Ladle into bowls and top with cilantro and lime. Add cheese or yogurt at the table so each person controls sodium.
Nutrition per serving: 320 cal · 32g protein · 28g carbs · 9g fat · 9g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
