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    Recipes » Slow Cooker Recipes » Healthy Turkey Chili

    Published: May 20, 2019 · by: jenniferbanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

    Healthy Turkey Chili

    This turkey chili might be healthy, but it is super easy and full of flavor! Best of all, it can be made in the Crockpot, Instant pot, or stove top and it is zero Weight Watchers points!

    healthy turkey chili in a red dutch oven

    I love any kind of chili (except really spicy chili) and this Healthy Turkey Chili is so good!  I took my recipe for Keto Chili without Beans and I adapted it to be zero Weight Watchers points!

    This turkey chili uses 2 pounds of ground turkey and 1 can of kidney beans to really bulk it up and make it nice and hearty.

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    HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY TURKEY CHILI

    To get started we need to use a heavy bottom pot with a lid.  I like to use a cast iron dutch oven.  Add in the avocado oil and the diced red pepper and onion to soften in the pan.  this takes about 8 minutes.  Often times I use frozen diced onion as a time saver.

    Now we can add in the ground turkey and the garlic and sauté until the turkey is cooked through.

    cooked ground turkey in a red pot

    Now we can add in the rest of the ingredients which are chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, crushed tomatoes, and the beans.

    ingredients for turkey chili in a red pot

    I like to let my chili simmer, covered, for at least an hour to let the flavors come together.  I think this is especially important with turkey chili so the flavors can really get into that bland turkey meat.

    Can you believe this healthy turkey chili is zero points and it is so filling!

    For more Weight Watchers friendly recipes, please check out my DIY Ahi Tuna Bowls, Pesto Salmon and Veggies, Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai, Curried Pumpkin Soup, and Low Carb Breakfast Casserole.

    healthy turkey chili in a red pot

    INSTANT POT AND CROCKPOT TURKEY CHILI

    This healthy turkey chili can also be made in the Instant Pot and the Crockpot.  See the recipe card for more details.

    ⭐ Did you make this healthy turkey chili recipe?  Tag me on Instagram so I can see!  @lowcarbwithjennifer

    healthy turkey chili in a red pot

    Healthy Turkey Chili (Zero WW Points!)

    This turkey chili might be healthy, but it is super easy and full of flavor! Best of all, it can be made in the Crockpot, Instant pot, or stove top.
    Zero Freestyle Points
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: chili
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 242kcal
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    INGREDIENTS

    • ½ Tablespoon avocado oil (Click here for my favorite brand on Amazon)
    • 1 Onion, diced
    • 1 Red bell pepper, diced
    • 2 Pounds Ground Turkey (99% Lean)
    • 6 Cloves Garlic, Minced
    • 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
    • 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
    • 1 Tablespoons Garlic Powder
    • 1 Tablespoons Cumin
    • 2 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika
    • 1 28oz Can Crushed Tomatoes
    • 1 15 ounce Can kidney beans, drained
    • kosher salt to taste

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Heat the oil over medium heat in a heavy bottom pot. Add in the onion and red pepper and saute until softened, about 8 minutes.
    • Add in the ground turkey and the garlic and cook the turkey until it is cooked through.
    • Stir in the rest of the ingredients and season with salt to taste.
    • Let simmer, covered, for 1 hour to let the flavors develop. Serve

    JENNIFER'S TIPS

    • Crockpot:  Add all ingredients to the crockpot (omit oil), and stir to combine. Add in 1 teaspoon of salt and stir.  Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.  Season with salt to taste and serve.
    • Instant Pot: add all of the ingredients to the instant pot (breaking up the ground turkey) with 1 cup of water, seal the lid, and cook on hi pressure for 15 minutes, followed by a 10 minute natural pressure release.  Release the rest of the pressure with a quick release, season with salt to taste, and serve.

    NUTRITION

    Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g
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      Recipe Reviews




    1. Lauretta says

      March 23, 2022 at 12:00 pm

      I only have 1 lbs of turkey so I will cut everything in half should be great

      Reply
    2. Christine says

      March 23, 2022 at 8:05 am

      What can you use instead of the beans I am not a fan

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        March 25, 2022 at 2:07 pm

        Just leave them out or add extra meat

        Reply
    3. Alex says

      November 20, 2020 at 6:02 pm

      You should change the directions to say COOKED turkey needs to go in to the crockpot! I had to throw it out after looking at these comments.

      Reply
      • Yasmin says

        November 27, 2020 at 6:38 pm

        What did yours look like? I put in my turkey raw also in insta pot ugghhh my whole family is hungry

        Reply
    4. Abby says

      January 12, 2020 at 11:56 am

      For instant pot, do you cook the turkey prior to selecting pressure cook (sauté the turkey and cook before setting to pressure cook)?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 13, 2020 at 2:17 pm

        yes, cook the turkey first

        Reply
        • Yasmin says

          November 27, 2020 at 6:37 pm

          Wish I would’ve known that. I have a hungry crowd and the turkey isn’t cooked. I put all ingredients in like the recipe said.

    5. Kristin Davis says

      November 04, 2019 at 7:56 am

      Can I substitute the Avacado oil for olive oil?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 04, 2019 at 9:20 am

        yes

        Reply
    6. Linda says

      June 02, 2019 at 8:56 am

      What is the sodium content in the healthy turkey chili

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        June 02, 2019 at 10:12 am

        406 mg if no salt is added

        Reply
    7. Meagen Brosius says

      May 27, 2019 at 11:07 am

      5 stars
      I love trying different turkey chili recipes, I prefer it and this one was actually a winner with my husband too! Definitely will be making this one again soon! Yum!

      Reply
    8. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

      May 26, 2019 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      Love how easy and delicious this recipe is. It’s perfect for a gathering or a party.

      Reply
      • Betty smith says

        October 23, 2021 at 6:02 pm

        5 stars
        Thankyou I really love this recipe, it will be the only one Iwill use in the future.

        Reply

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