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Protein Turkey Chili Recipe

Emily Carter
Protein Turkey Chili Recipe combines plant-based turkey, beans, tomatoes, and spices into a hearty vegan chili.

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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz plant-based turkey crumbles
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups cooked kidney beans
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup corn kernels

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and bell pepper, cook 4 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add plant-based turkey crumbles and cook 5 minutes.
  • Mix in kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
  • Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring chili to a simmer and cook 25 minutes.
  • Stir in corn kernels during the last 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 290
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 19g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Iron: 20%
Vitamin C: 25%
Vitamin A: 18%
Potassium: 15%
Magnesium: 12%

Additional notes / tips to enhance flavor

  • Add lime juice before serving.
  • Sprinkle nutritional yeast for savory depth.
  • Let chili rest 10 minutes before serving.
  • Add jalapeño for extra heat.
  • Serve with warm cornbread.