Chili can be an awesome meal for healthy eating. This turkey chili recipe is low calorie, high in veggies and fiber and high in protein making it a perfect choice for a hearty dinner on a chilly winter evening.
Healthy Turkey Chili
Ingredients
2 lbs ground turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion minced
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 cup peppers chopped in small squares – 1/2 inch
1 cup carrots minced
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes low salt if necessary
1 tablespoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit for less spicy)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Optional:
2 cups steamed cauliflower rice
Directions
Crockpot Instructions:
1) Heat oil in a pan. Cook turkey over medium high heat until browned, approximately 10 minutes.
2) While turkey is browning, chop all vegetables + prepare spices.
3) Add browned turkey + all ingredients to the crockpot.
4) Stir all of the ingredients together in the crockpot until thoroughly mixed.
5) Cook on low for 6 hours. Serve over steamed sweet potato noodles or cauliflower rice for a paleo/whole 30 option, or rice for non-paleo/whole 30 eaters!
Stovetop Instructions:
1) Heat oil in a pan. Cook turkey over medium high heat until browned, approximately 10 minutes.
2) While turkey is browning, chop all vegetables + prepare spices.
3) When turkey is cooked, add in vegetables, spices + canned tomatoes. Stir until thoroughly combined.
4) Bring chili to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and cook over medium heat for 2 hours on low-medium heat, stirring every 20 minutes.
5) Serve over steamed sweet potato noodles or cauliflower rice for a paleo/whole 30 option, or rice for non-paleo/whole 30 eaters!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 225kcal
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