Description

This hearty white turkey chili is protein-packed, made with lean turkey, white beans, green chiles, and finished with Greek yogurt and lime for a creamy, cozy meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb lean ground turkey (~93% lean)

2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained & rinsed (about 480 g total)

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (1 quart)

½ cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or low-fat) or 4 oz light cream cheese

1 tbsp olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (4 oz) mild green chiles, or more to taste

1 medium jalapeño, seeded & finely chopped (optional)

2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp chili powder

½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 tbsp fresh lime juice (about ½ lime)

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

1 avocado, sliced (optional)

Shredded cheese or crushed tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Equipment

Large pot or Dutch oven

Wooden spoon

Knife & cutting board

Measuring spoons & cups

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Instructions

Prep ingredients: dice onion, mince garlic, drain beans, chop jalapeño (optional), and measure spices.

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.

Add diced onion and sauté 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent. Add garlic and jalapeño; cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

Add ground turkey and cook 5–7 minutes, breaking it up until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.

Stir in cumin, oregano, chili powder, and smoked paprika (optional). Add green chiles and cook 1–2 minutes to toast spices.

Add white beans and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.

Simmer uncovered 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Remove pot from heat and stir in Greek yogurt (or cream cheese) until creamy and smooth. Adjust consistency with extra broth if needed.

Stir in lime juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.

Serve hot with optional cilantro, avocado, cheese, or tortilla chips.

Notes

Make it dairy-free by using dairy-free yogurt or omitting the yogurt entirely.

For vegetarian: substitute beans for turkey or add cauliflower, extra beans, or plant-based ground “meat.”

Freezer-friendly: cool completely before storing. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

Add more jalapeño or green chiles for extra spice.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course, Soups & Stews, Healthy Recipes, One-Pot Meals
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Southwestern