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Ultimate High-Protein Turkey and Bean Chili

A close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with rich, hearty high protein chili featuring ground meat and kidney beans.
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Make this hearty, high protein chili using lean ground turkey and multiple beans for a filling, flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. This recipe delivers comfort food satisfaction with excellent nutrition.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds lean ground turkey (93% lean or higher)
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and green pepper to the pot with the turkey. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, green chilies, chicken broth, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir everything together well.
  5. Bring the chili to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially, and let it simmer for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to combine. Stir occasionally.
  6. Taste the chili and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, remove the lid during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
  • This high protein chili recipe is gluten free as written.
  • You can substitute ground turkey with lean ground beef or ground chicken for a variation.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prep; it stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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