Best 8 Turkey Green Chili Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Turkey Green Chili, a delectable dish that combines the savory richness of turkey with the vibrant heat of green chiles. This versatile recipe offers three variations to suit your taste preferences: a classic version, a slow cooker version for effortless preparation, and a lightened-up version for a healthier twist. With its blend of tender turkey, zesty green chiles, and a symphony of aromatic spices, Turkey Green Chili is a culinary journey that promises to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a fan of classic comfort food or prefer a healthier approach, this article has a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the delightful world of Turkey Green Chili.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY CHILI WITH LEFTOVER TURKEY



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I made this with leftover turkey but would also work well with leftover chicken, too! Garnish with sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips, if desired.

Provided by Brooks Lough

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
6 tablespoons chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
4 cups cooked turkey meat, chopped
3 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, about 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until it starts to soften, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add turkey and stir until well coated with spices. Pour in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, beer, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Reduce heat to medium low and bring to a simmer, uncovered. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chili has thickened, about 50 minutes. Add black beans and cook until heated through, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.9 g, Cholesterol 72.3 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 17.2 g, Protein 41.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1997.4 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

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 AND GREEN CHILE AL FORNO



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 poblano chile peppers
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey (80/20 blend)
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
3/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper
Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper
1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
12 ounces penne rigate
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 lime, zested
2 cups creme fraiche
4 ripe Roma tomatoes
1/4 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Begin by charring the poblano chile peppers. Using tongs, place the peppers directly over an open flame on the stove top. Char all over, about 2 minutes per side, and then place in a bowl covered tightly with plastic wrap so they sweat. Leave to sit for 5 minutes, and then use a paper towel to remove the charred outer layer. Discard the stem and seeds, and then dice the peppers.
  • Set a large Dutch oven over high heat and add the butter and olive oil. Add the turkey, onions and garlic and cook, breaking up into small pieces, until lightly browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the flour and season with the cumin, onion powder, paprika and some salt and pepper. The flour will form a roux with the fat in the pan. Cook for 2 minutes while stirring, and then add the chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Add the heavy cream and bring back to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and fold in diced chile peppers and corn. Simmer until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cook the pasta in a pot of boiling, salted water until al dente, about 12 minutes.
  • Fold the pasta into the turkey sauce and season with salt and pepper, stirring until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, prepare the topping by combining the panko, Parmigiano-Reggiano, olive oil and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine everything well. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly on top of the pasta. Place the whole dish on a sheet tray (to catch any spill over) and place in the oven to bake until the breadcrumbs are golden and the sauce is bubbly around the edges, about 35 minutes.
  • For garnishes, stir the lime zest together with creme fraiche. Dice the tomatoes and roughly chop the parsley.

GREEN TURKEY CHILI



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I pulled this recipe together when looking for an alternative to the standard chili recipe. It's super easy, and can be simmered on the stove top or slow-cooked in the crockpot all day on low. For some reason, recipezaar is not allowing me to note the amount of corn to use---you should use a 10 oz box of frozen corn (or 11 oz can).

Provided by Marilyn2011

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large onion, chopped
1 lb ground turkey
1 (8 ounce) jar green chili salsa (mild, medium, or hot ( to your taste)
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can green enchilada sauce
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can white kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Steps:

  • 1. Add ground turkey and chopped onion to frying pan (or for one pot meal - in large cooking pot), and cook and crumble turkey until done. Onions will soften while turkey is cooking. Drain any fat from pan.
  • 2. Place turkey onion mixture into large cooking pot, and and all remaining ingredients.
  • 3. Stir and bring to simmer. Simmer for one hour or longer.
  • At step two you can also put all ingredients except corn in slow cooker and cook on low all day. Corn should be added 1-2 hours prior to when you want to serve the chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 89.7, Sodium 1350, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 7.8, Protein 31.4

LEFTOVER TURKEY CHILI



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Put leftover roast turkey to good use in this simple, flavor-packed chili. Using fire-roasted tomatoes gives it an extra layer of toasty flavor, but regular diced tomatoes work fine, too. For a change-up from the traditional cornbread side, try it ladled over leftover mashed potatoes!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 cups leftover roasted turkey meat, white and dark combined, chopped or pulled into 3/4-inch pieces
One 28-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Two 15-ounce cans pinto beans
Leftover mashed potatoes or cooked rice, for serving
Sour cream and chopped scallion, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in the jalapeno and garlic and cook until they soften slightly, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Add the turkey and stir until well coated in the spices. Pour in the tomatoes and chicken broth and scrape up any spices that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan. Bring the chili to a simmer on medium-low and cook, uncovered, on until the liquid has reduced by a few inches and the chili has thickened, about 1 hour.
  • Drain and rinse one of the cans of beans; leave the bean liquid in the second can. Add all the beans plus the reserved bean liquid to the pot and heat until the beans are warmed through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with more salt and pepper. Serve in bowls over potatoes or rice with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of chopped scallions.

TURKEY CHILI



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I've taken my mother's turkey chili recipe and made it thicker and more robust. It's a favorite, especially in fall and winter. -Celesta Zanger, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h50m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound lean ground turkey
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (24 ounces) meatless pasta sauce
1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup frozen corn
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
Optional toppings: Sour cream, cubed avocado, diced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble turkey with celery, onion and pepper over medium-high heat until turkey is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in seasonings, tomatoes, pasta sauce, chili beans, water and corn., Cook, covered, on high 1 hour. Reduce setting to low; cook, covered, until flavors are blended, 5-6 hours., Stir in kidney and pinto beans; cook, covered, on low 30 minutes longer. If desired, serve with sour cream, avocado and jalapeno.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

WHITE CHILI WITH GROUND TURKEY



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A great alternative to regular chili. This dish has a unique taste that even the pickiest eater will enjoy. Make sure you spice this one to taste! Garnish with cheese, salsa, sour cream and cilantro leaves, and serve with rolled tortillas on the side.

Provided by Donna Nugent

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ pounds ground turkey
2 (4 ounce) cans canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
ground cayenne pepper to taste
ground white pepper to taste
3 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans
5 cups chicken broth
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic and ground turkey and saute for 10 minutes, or until turkey is well browned. Add the chile peppers, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, cayenne pepper to taste and white pepper to taste and saute for 5 more minutes.
  • Add two cans of the beans and the chicken broth to the pot. Take the third can of beans and puree them in a blender or food processor. Add this to the pot along with the cheese. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 92.3 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1366 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • Use a large stockpot or Dutch oven to ensure there's enough space for the turkey and chili ingredients.
  • Brown the turkey in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
  • Sauté the onions, bell peppers, and garlic until softened to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a variety of chili peppers to achieve the desired level of spiciness.
  • Add corn, black beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes for a more flavorful and colorful chili.
  • Season the chili with cumin, chili powder, oregano, and salt to taste.
  • Let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado.

Conclusion:

This turkey green chili recipe offers a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a game-day snack. The combination of ground turkey, vegetables, and spices creates a flavorful and hearty chili that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy chili, this recipe provides a great foundation for creating a satisfying and comforting meal. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to indulge in a bowl of this delicious turkey green chili!

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