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This Healthy Low Carb Turkey Chili recipe is easy to make and full of flavor! It’s low calorie, low carb but high in yumminess. The recipe includes a how-to video, step-by-step instructions, and lots of tips and variations.
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1.Healthy Low-Carb Turkey Chili Recipe Highlights
3.How To Make Healthy Low-Carb Turkey Chili Step-by-Step
5.Healthy Turkey Chili Crockpot Version
6.Serving Ideas
7.Healthy Toppings for Chili
9.Frequently Asked Questions
10.More Healthy Recipes You’ll Love!
11.Recipe Card 📖
Healthy Low-Carb Turkey Chili Recipe Highlights
Who said healthy has to be boring? This Healthy, Low-Carb Turkey Chili is an easy one-pot meal full of flavor and made with ingredients you probably have in your fridge!
It’s satisfying, bold, and scrumptious. Plus, it only has 15 gr of carbs per serving (1 ½ cups) and less than 250 calories.
This Healthy Low Carb Turkey Chili takes only 30 -35 minutes to make and tastes like a cool-weather dream! It’s perfect for meal prep, make-ahead, or as a freezer meal. I actually like to double or triple the recipe so I can store the rest for days I don’t want or am too busy, to cook.
Loaded with healthy, lean, nutritious ingredients, this Healthy Low Carb Turkey Chili is hands down the best, healthier chili we’ve ever made.
Ingredients, Notes & Substitutions
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for quantities and instructions (scroll down).
- Ground turkey: Make sure to use a lean version. I usually buy 93% lean 7% fat. You can also use ground chicken if you prefer.
- Seasoning: A mixture of salt, black pepper, and chili powder provides the perfect background to make all the other flavors shine. I keep spices simple because my kids are very picky, but feel free to add some heat with cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes. Or add more flavor by adding spices and herbs, such as paprika, turmeric, cumin, oregano, or whatever sounds good to you.
- Veggies: You’ll need onions, bell peppers, and garlic.
- Tomatoes: I like to add Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies, plus tomato sauce. If you don’t want to use tomatoes with green chilies, you can use plain petite diced tomatoes.
- Sweet potatoes: I love the sweetness and color sweet potato adds to this recipe. Don’t skip them!
- Chicken broth: I use chicken broth instead of beef broth to keep things light, but you could also use vegetable broth if you like.
How To Make Healthy Low-Carb Turkey Chili Step-by-Step
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for quantities and instructions (scroll down).
Making this turkey Chili couldn’t be any easier!
- Brown the Turkey
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the Veggies
Add onions, peppers, and garlic, and sauté for about 3 more minutes. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, sweet potatoes, and broth; mix until well combined.
- Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 – 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the pot from the heat. Let the chili rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if using. Serve with shredded cheddar and sour cream if desired.
Tips & Variations
Add some heat with cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes.
Use ground chicken in place of ground turkey.
Add extra flavor with more spices, such as paprika, turmeric, cumin, or whatever sounds good to you.
Add in extra veggies or leave out anything you don’t have on hand. This recipe is super easy to customize!
Healthy Turkey Chili Crockpot Version
This recipe can be easily made in the slow cooker! In my opinion, there is nothing better than homemade chili simmering in the slow cooker all day…especially in the fall or winter! To make this recipe in the slow cooker, follow these steps:
- Brown the meat. Nowadays, many slow cookers have the browning feature; if yours hasn’t, just brown the meat over the stovetop in a skillet.
- Add the Veggies. Add onions, peppers, and garlic, and sauté for about 3 more minutes.
- Transfer to the Slow Cooker. Place the browned turkey and veggies in the slow cooker and add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, sweet potatoes, and broth; mix until well combined.
- Slow Cook. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
Serving Ideas
If you are looking for a low-carb and low-calorie option, I highly recommend Quest Protein Chips or low-carb tortillas. If carbs aren’t your main concern, try myBEST Eggless Cornbreadrecipe.You can also serve the chili over a bed of cilantro lime cauliflower rice.
Healthy Toppings for Chili
- Sliced fresh avocado
- Thinly sliced jalapeño
- Shredded cheese (low-fat)
- Plain, non-fat Greek yogurt or light sour cream
- Freshly chopped cilantro
Storing & Freezing Instructions
I usually double or triple my chili recipe so I can store the rest for days I don’t want, or I’m too busy to cook.
- STORE: Let the chili cool completely and place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- FREEZE: Let the chili cool completely and place it in an airtight freezer container or plastic bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- REHEAT: Heat in a saucepan over medium-low heat (or the microwave) and serve. If frozen, defrost in the fridge overnight.
PRO TIP: If you are short of time, defrost in the microwave. Then place it in a saucepan, add ½ cup of water (or broth), cover, and heat over low heat until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can chili be healthy?
Yes, it can be healthy! How healthy? It depends on what ingredients you use. These are my favorite swaps to make chili healthier but still delicious. To make your chili healthier, I recommend using ground turkey or chicken, instead of beef. Do not add any extra oil. Skip the bean and instead add more veggies. And finally, add lots of herbs and spices to enhance the flavor.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely! Chili always tastes better the next day, after the flavors have had time to really meld together, so feel free to make this up to 2 days in advance, store it in the fridge, and reheat it on the stovetop on low until warmed through.
Can I make this healthy turkey chili vegetarian?
Yes, you can! Skip the ground turkey and swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth. Add 2 – 3 cans of beans to substitute the protein.
How many calories are in a bowl of turkey chili?
This recipe only has 15 g of carbs per serving and less than 250 calories per 1 ½ cups serving. Of course, this might vary depending on the ingredients you use.
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Recipe Card 📖
Healthy Low Carb Turkey Chili
Oriana Romero
This HEALTHY LOW CARB TURKEY CHILI recipe is easy to make and full of flavor! It’s low calorie, low carb but high in yumminess.
5 from 16 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Servings 6 servings ( 1 serving = 1 1/2 cups)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lb (900 g) ground turkey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup onion, finely diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, finely diced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies
- 1 can (29 oz) tomato sauce
- 3-4 tablespoons chili powder
- 9 oz (250 g) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small pieces
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- Chopped cilantro to serve (optional)
- Shredded Cheddar to serve (optional)
- Non-fat Greek yogurt or light sour cream to serve (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes—season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add onions, peppers, and garlic, and sauté for about 3 more minutes. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, sweet potatoes, and broth; mix until well combined.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 – 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the pot from the heat. Let the chili rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve with your favorite toppings.
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Oriana’s Notes
STORE: Let the chili cool completely and place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
FREEZE: Let the chili cool completely and place it in an airtight freezer container or plastic bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
REHEAT: Heat in a saucepan over medium-low heat (or the microwave) and serve. If frozen, defrost in the fridge overnight. If you are short of time, defrost in the microwave. Then place it in a saucepan, add ½ cup of water (or broth), cover, and heat over low heat until warmed through.
TIPS & VARIATIONS
- Add some heat with cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Use ground chicken in place of ground turkey.
- Add extra flavor with more spices, such as paprika, turmeric, cumin, or whatever sounds good to you.
- Add in extra veggies or leave out anything you don’t have on hand. This recipe is super easy to customize!
CROCKPOT VERSION
This recipe can be easily made in the slow cooker! To make this recipe in the slow cooker, follow these steps:
- Brown the meat. Nowadays, many slow cookers have the browning feature; if yours hasn’t, just brown the meat over the stovetop in a skillet.
- Add the Veggies. Add onions, peppers, and garlic, and sauté for about 3 more minutes.
- Transfer to the Slow Cooker. Place the browned turkey and veggies in the slow cooker and add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, sweet potatoes, and broth; mix until well combined.
- Slow Cook. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
For Substitutions, check my ” Ingredients Section” above.
If you’re making this recipe, please read the whole post content to get lots of tips, tricks, variations, and frequently asked questions.
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Please note that nutritional information is a rough estimate, and it can vary depending on the products used.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cupCalories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 38gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSugar: 4g
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Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Calories 238
Keyword chili dinner healthy low-carb turkey
This recipe was originally published in January 2020. The recipe remains the same, but more notes, tips, photos, and information have been added to the post in December 2022 to make it as helpful as possible!
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