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sweet and healthy turkey chili in white bowl on cutting board with avocado, cornbread and chopped red onion

Easy Stovetop Ground Turkey Chili

June
A healthy, easy stovetop chili on the slightly sweeter side. Pairs perfectly with cornbread, cheese, sour cream and avocado!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Pepper Any Color, Diced
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • Ground Turkey OR Ground Chicken 16 or 20 oz
  • 3 Tbsp. Ground Chili Powder (Divided)
  • 4 Cloves of Garlic
  • 1 15 oz. Can Corn Drained & Rinsed
  • 1 15 oz. Can Kidney Beans Drained & Rinsed
  • 1 15 oz. Can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 Cup Pasta Sauce
  • 1 15 oz. Can Chicken Broth
  • 2 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tsp. Cumin
  • Salt & Pepper to Taste
  • Toppings: sour cream shredded cheese, avocado, diced red onion, cilantro, lime, and/or bacon crumbles
  • Sides: Cornbread or Chips

Instructions
 

  • Dice onion and pepper. Prepare cornbread according to box directions, and put in oven if using.
  • Add the vegetable oil to large stockpot on medium-high heat.
  • Add onions, peppers, ground turkey and 1.5 tablespoons of the chili powder.
  • Stirring constantly, cook until ground turkey is cooked through.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, including the remaining 1.5 tablespoons of chili powder.
  • Stir well. Reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Serve with toppings of your choice and cornbread or chips. Enjoy!

Notes

- You can substitute diced tomatoes for the crushed tomatoes if desired.
- Add more or less chicken broth for a thicker or thinner chili.
- You can substitute a cup of canned tomato sauce, but the flavor will be noticeably different. Use jarred pasta sauce of your choice for the best flavor.