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Turkey White Bean Chili

Published: Jan 15, 2021 · Modified: Jan 15, 2021 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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Delicious turkey white bean chili made with ground turkey, white beans and tomatoes. Ready in under 45-minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Recipe originally published on January 19, 2014 and updated on January 15, 2021.

Closeup top down photo of turkey chili in a green bowl with sour cream, cheese and green onion on top.

Hello to my favourite classic winter dish; chili. I just love it. I love how it gets more flavourful the second day–and this is coming from someone who generally speaking is not a huge fan of leftovers!

It’s worth noting that this version of turkey chili is tomato-based, so if you’re looking for a white chili, this isn’t the recipe for you.

This version is closer to a classic beef chili but uses ground turkey and white beans, as well as a few different vegetables to bulk it up.

How can I make a more vegetable-forward chili?

Other than making a fully vegetarian chili, what I love about this recipe is that it has bell pepper (I like green here, but red would work too), diced tomatoes and sweet potatoes. So it’s not all meat, all the time.

Turkey white bean chili in a green bowl.

The toppings are key here. I always finish mine off with a dollop of sour cream, some avocado and sharp cheddar cheese. I like to add some brightness from green onions, but you could use red onion here as well.

What could I use instead of ground turkey?

This recipe is so adaptable and forgiving for whatever ground meat you have on hand or in your freezer.

  • Ground pork
  • Ground beef
  • Ground chicken

The only meat I would stay away from is ground lamb.

Closeup side angle of turkey white bean chili in a green bowl on a white plate.

What sides would go well with this turkey white bean chili?

That’s the thing about chili, I find, like most stews, it doesn’t really need a side dish, but there are a couple of things I love to serve with this.

What better pairing for chili than cornbread? I love making a simple honey cornbread. You could also serve with a simple avocado salad.

Closeup top down photo of turkey chili in a green bowl with sour cream, cheese and green onion on top.

Turkey White Bean Chili

Author: Louisa Clements
3.5 from 2 votes
Delicious turkey white bean chili made with ground turkey, white beans and tomatoes. Ready in under 40-minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 26 minutes
Total: 41 minutes
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Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 lb ground turkey, or ground chicken
  • 1 ¼ tsp salt, divided
  • ¼ cup pickled jalapenos, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 28oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced, about 2 – 2 ½ cups diced
  • 1 19oz can white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar

Recommended Toppings:

  • sour cream
  • grated cheddar cheese
  • green onions
  • avocado

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add onion and cook for 4 minutes, until translucent. Add ground turkey and ½ tsp salt, brown for 5 minutes until mostly cooked.
  • Add pickled jalapenos, garlic, spices and oregano. Cook until garlic and spices are fragrant, another 2 minutes or so.
  • Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth and remaining salt. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Carefully add bell pepper and sweet potato. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. During the last 5 minutes add white beans.
  • Finish off with balsamic vinegar. Serve with favourite chili toppings.
Did you try this recipe?Leave a comment + rating and let me know what you think!
Filed Under: Dinner, Dinner Recipes, easy, gluten free, meat, quick recipes, soup, stew
Nutrition Facts
Turkey White Bean Chili
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 62mg21%
Sodium 1010mg44%
Potassium 766mg22%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 31g62%
Vitamin A 8511IU170%
Vitamin C 29mg35%
Calcium 50mg5%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is an estimate and is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any specific dietary concerns, please consult with your healthcare practitioner.
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  1. Erin @ The Almond Eater

    January 20, 2014 at 6:18 pm

    This soup looks amazing-I love soup this time of year. Are those spicy soy chips from Trader Joe's by any chance? If so, I loooove those. PS-your photos are amazing!
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    • Lou

      January 20, 2014 at 7:57 pm

      Thank you, Erin, I really appreciate the kind words! No they aren't the spicy soy chips (which sounds AMAZING), they are actually the 3-seed sweet potato chips from RW Garcia.
      Reply
  2. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely

    January 20, 2014 at 8:55 pm

    This is definitely my kind of chili! I bet it's super cold up in Canada. Here in California it is practically warm out. Today it was 68 degrees. Spoiled us, right? Great attitude about knowing not everyone is going to love your stuff. Feels freeing, doesn't it? I'm so glad you commented on my blog because now I've found your blog! So beautiful, and your recipes look amazing. Can't wait to see what you cook up next!
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    • Lou

      January 22, 2014 at 10:43 am

      Thanks, Natalie! So jealous of your warm weather. It definitely feels freeing coming to that realization. Mind you, it's still something that is a bit of a struggle for me, but I think writing about it here has really helped. I'm so glad I found your blog too - looking forward to following along! :)
      Reply
  3. Rhonda

    January 22, 2014 at 11:12 am

    The recipe looks great but I especially love the revelation that you've had. I wish I could say that there was some magic formula to give you the answer that you're looking for on why people do what they do, but I'd be lying. All I can give you is that the older, it matters less and less. You learn to distance yourself from people like that because they don't deserve to get one single iota of your energy. Keep smiling and surround yourself with those who love and appreciate you for the fabulous person that you are. I'm really glad to know you :)
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    • Lou

      January 22, 2014 at 11:01 pm

      Thanks, Rhonda! I'm so glad to know you too, you always make me smile! :) I'm so glad you shared your thoughts with me on this, it's really comforting to know that it's OK - even though I wish there was a magic formula! I'm really trying to do as you said; surround myself with the right people.
      Reply
  4. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl

    January 23, 2014 at 12:31 am

    This chili looks so great! I love white beans so seeing them in this recipe makes me ultra happy! Gotta try this for dinner soon.
    Reply
    • Lou

      January 25, 2014 at 10:00 pm

      Thanks, Pamela! Let me know if you give it a try.
      Reply

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