Best 6 Barbecued Turkey Chili Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of smoky, savory, and downright delicious barbecued turkey chili, a dish that masterfully blends the essence of barbecue with the rustic charm of a hearty chili.**

Embark on a flavor-filled adventure with our curated collection of barbecued turkey chili recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic comfort food. Dive into the tantalizing depths of the "Sweet and Smoky BBQ Turkey Chili," where a harmonious blend of spices, brown sugar, and chipotle peppers create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Discover the bold and zesty "Southwestern Turkey Chili," where fire-roasted tomatoes, roasted corn, and a medley of chili peppers ignite your palate with a fiesta of flavors.

For a taste of pure comfort, indulge in the "Classic BBQ Turkey Chili," a timeless recipe that showcases the perfect balance of smoky barbecue flavors and the comforting warmth of a hearty chili. If you're seeking a leaner version, the "Healthy Turkey Chili with Sweet Potatoes" offers a nutritious spin on this classic, packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor. And for those who love a bit of a kick, the "Spicy Turkey Chili with Black Beans" delivers a fiery punch with its combination of jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and a touch of cocoa powder.

No matter your preference, our collection of barbecued turkey chili recipes has something to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BBQ TURKEY CHILI



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Experience this amazing BBQ Turkey Chili. Ground turkey and hot Italian turkey sausage give this BBQ Turkey Chili a double shot of great turkey flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Soup Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 14 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 Tbsp. oil
2 onions, finely chopped
1 each red and yellow pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup chili powder
2 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 Tbsp. smoked paprika
2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 lb. each ground turkey and hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1/2 cup lager-style beer
1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 oz.) each kidney and pinto beans, rinsed
3/4 cup KRAFT Hickory Smoke Barbecue Sauce
1-3/4 cups KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add onions, peppers, garlic and seasonings; stir. Cook 10 min., stirring frequently.
  • Add meat; mix well, using back of spoon to break sausage into smaller pieces. Cook 5 min. or until meat is done, stirring frequently. Add beer; stir to scrape any browned bits from bottom of skillet. Spoon into slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Stir in tomatoes, beans and barbecue sauce; cover with lid. Cook on LOW 8 hours (or on HIGH 5 hours.)
  • Serve topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

TERRIFIC TURKEY CHILI WITH BLACK BEANS



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This Terrific Turkey Chili with Black Beans has just the right amount of sweetness and smoky flavor, thanks to a little barbecue sauce. This has been my go-to chili recipe for years!

Provided by Mamma C

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds lean ground turkey ((or beef, chicken, pork))
1 medium onion ((yellow, white or red))
1 red bell pepper ((or yellow, orange; see notes))
28- ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
3 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon + 1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/3 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((or more, for extra heat))
15- ounce can black beans ((drained and rinsed))
Shredded cheddar for serving ((optional))
Red pepper flakes for serving

Steps:

  • Peel and chop the onion. Heat olive oil in a large pot on medium high. Add the onions and cook until they're tender, stirring occasionally.
  • While the onions are cooking, rinse the red pepper and pat it dry. Cut out the stem, then cut the pepper in half to remove the seeds and membrane. Cut the red pepper into 3/4-inch pieces.
  • When the onions are soft, add the ground meat to the pan and break it up with a cooking spoon, stirring to combine with the onions. Cook the turkey until it is no longer pink. Use a ladle to scoop out about 1/2 cup of the liquid fat and discard it. (Leave some fat for flavor.)
  • With a clean spoon, stir the red peppers into the pot and let them cook for a minute. Add the canned tomatoes (including any liquid). Use a potato masher to mash the tomatoes a bit (or cut them up with a fork and knife).
  • Stir in the barbecue sauce and chili powder, salt, cumin, garlic powder and cayenne pepper. Add the drained beans and stir to combine.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, loosely covered. You can use a wooden spoon resting on the edge of the pot to prop open the lid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Serve chili with shredded cheddar and red pepper flakes at the table, if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to four days, or freeze them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Sodium 973 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE TURKEY CHILI



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This is a very simple and hearty chili with plenty of flavor. It's even better the second day! I serve this with lowfat Cheddar cheese and lowfat sour cream. It's also delicious with crackers.

Provided by Amanda Ingraham

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 onion, chopped
2 cups water
1 (28 ounce) can canned crushed tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can canned kidney beans - drained, rinsed, and mashed
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Place turkey in the pot, and cook until evenly brown. Stir in onion, and cook until tender.
  • Pour water into the pot. Mix in tomatoes, kidney beans, and garlic. Season chili powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 450.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

TURKEY CHILI



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You might not think of chili as an easy weeknight dish, but this turkey version from Pierre Franey will change your mind. It's fabulous, it's healthy and it can be ready in about a half hour. A combination of dark and white meat really adds depth and richness of flavor, so try to find a mix, but all white meat (or a mixture of ground beef and turkey) will yield a stellar batch too.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     weeknight, project, main course, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings or more

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds ground turkey, white and dark combined
2 cups coarsely chopped onions
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 large sweet red pepper, cored, deveined and coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 jalapeno pepper, cored, deveined and finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped, or 1 tablespoon, dried
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups canned diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth, fresh or canned
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 15-ounce cans of red kidney beans, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream (optional)
Sliced lime for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over high heat in a large heavy pot and add the turkey meat. Cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, chopping down and stirring with the side of a heavy kitchen spoon to break up any lumps.
  • Add the onions, garlic, sweet pepper, celery, jalapeno pepper, oregano, bay leaves, chili powder and cumin. Stir to blend well. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, chicken broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
  • Add the drained beans and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes longer. Serve in bowls with cheddar cheese, and sour cream and lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 680, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 55 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1496 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 1 gram

INDIAN SUMMER TURKEY CHILI



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 to10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 29

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
2 1/2 pounds ground turkey (85 percent lean) or ground turkey breast (99 percent lean), 2 packages
4 tablespoons dark chili powder, 2 palm fulls
2 tablespoons grill seasoning blend, any brand, 1 palm full
1 tablespoon cumin, 1/2 palm full
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 to 3 tablespoons hot sauce, medium to extra-spicy
1 large onion, quartered
2 large peppers, any color combination, red, green, purple, yellow or orange, chopped
1/2 bottle beer (the alcohol cooks out), about 1 cup
1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup smoky barbecue sauce
2 cups corn kernels, optional
Choose from any or all of the following for dipping and scooping into your chili:
Pretzel Rods
Yellow, Red or Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, any flavor
Black Bean Tortilla Chips
Polenta Chips, Plain or Guacamole flavor
Pita Chips, Plain or Spicy flavors
Yukon Gold, Red Bliss or Blue Potato Chips, any flavor
Choose from any or all of the following for topping your chili:
Shredded Cheeses: smoked white sharp cheddar, such as Cabot brand, pepper jack, chipotle Cheddar, 5 peppercorn Cheddar, Monterey jack
Sliced canned jalapenos, drained
Salsas
Sour cream
Chopped raw onion
Chopped green olives and pimentos
Chopped cilantro leaves
Diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Heat a pot over medium to medium high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan, and the turkey meat. Season the meat with: chili powder, grill seasoning, cumin, Worcestershire and hot sauce. Break up the meat with the back of a wooden spoon into small crumbles.
  • Chop the onion, reserving 1/4 of it for topping the chili. Brown meat 5 minutes, then add onions and chopped bell peppers and cook 10 minutes more. Add beer and deglaze the pan, scraping up the drippings and cooking off the alcohol. Add tomato sauce and barbecue sauce and bring to a bubble. It using corn kernels add them now. Let chili simmer 10 minutes. Adjust seasonings and heat level to your taste. Remove from heat and serve.
  • Tidbit:
  • To make a double batch, heat 2 pots and make 1 batch in each pot, rather than using 1 massive pot that is hard to control.
  • Choose from any or all of the following for dipping and scooping into your chili:
  • All of the above can be found on either snack aisle or natural foods snack section in your market.
  • Choose from any or all of the following for topping your chili:
  • Defrosted frozen corn or leftover corn on the cob, scraped from cob

GARLIC-CHILE GRILLED TURKEY THIGHS



Garlic-Chile Grilled Turkey Thighs image

Provided by Kemp Minifie

Categories     Garlic     Poultry     turkey     Thanksgiving     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings as part of a larger Thanksgiving meal or 4 as a single main course

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 to 3 pounds turkey thighs with skin and bones
4 large garlic cloves
Salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Pull off turkey skin and freeze in a small resealable plastic bag. (You can use the skin to make cracklings for our Shredded Kale Salad with Turkey Skin Cracklings. )
  • Cut out the thigh bone from each thigh and save in another resealable plastic bag in the freezer for a future stock.
  • Mash garlic to a paste with 2 teaspoons salt in a mortar and pestle or mince and mash to a paste with a heavy knife.
  • Whisk together the paste with the chili powder, cumin, and olive oil and spread it all over the thighs in a baking dish. Cover the dish and marinate the thighs, chilled, at least 2 hours.
  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high for gas); see Grilling Procedure, below.
  • Oil grill rack, then grill thighs (cover only if using a gas grill), turning once or twice, until thermometer registers 170°F, 15 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a platter and let stand 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Grilling Procedure:
  • Charcoal Grilling Instructions: Open vents on bottom of grill. Light a large chimney starter full of charcoal (preferably hardwood).
  • For Direct-Heat Instructions: When coals are lit, dump them out across bottom rack, leaving a space free of coals on one side of grill equal to the size of the food to be grilled where food can be moved in case of any flare-ups.
  • When charcoal turns grayish white (start checking coals after 15 minutes), the grill will be at its hottest and will then begin to cool off. It will be at the proper medium-hot temperature when you can hold your hand 5 inches above the grill rack (directly over the coals) for 3 to 4 seconds.
  • Gas Grill Instructions: Preheat all burners on high, covered, 10 minutes, then adjust heat according to recipe.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and Great Northern beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Chili is a great dish to experiment with different flavor combinations. Some good options include cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible: This will give your chili the best flavor. If you can't find fresh ingredients, frozen or canned ingredients can also be used.
  • Cook your chili low and slow: This will help the flavors to develop and meld together. Simmer your chili for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
  • Serve your chili with your favorite toppings: Some good options include shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Barbecued turkey chili is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. This chili is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So experiment with different spices and ingredients until you find the perfect combination for you.

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