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🌶️ Turkey Chili (No Beans) – Hearty, Lean, and Packed with Flavor

Craving chili without the beans? This Turkey Chili (No Beans) is hearty, low-carb, and full of rich flavor — perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep. Ground turkey makes it lean yet satisfying, and a blend of spices gives it that classic chili kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, avocado

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board & knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with optional toppings.

Notes

For deeper flavor, simmer chili for up to 40 minutes.
Add extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for more volume and nutrition.
Leftovers store in the fridge for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.