Name: One Pot Tex-Mex Turkey Chili Recipe – Healthy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 medium red onion, diced; ¼ yellow bell pepper, diced; ¼ red bell pepper, diced; ½ jalapeño- seeds removed &amp; diced (optional); 2 Tbsp minced garlic; 2 pounds ground turkey; 1 cup dark beer (optional) or chicken broth; 2 Tbsp Big L’s Blends Adobo; 1 Tbsp Big L’s Blends Al Pastor; 2 Tbsp Big L’s Blends Taco Everyday; 2 Tbsp tomato paste; 2 (15 oz) Cans Red Kidney Beans, drained; 2 (15 oz) Cans Chili Beans in chili sauce; 1 (15 oz) Can Black Beans, drained; 2 (32 oz) cartons of chicken broth or stock; 2 Tbsp Salsa Picanté Hot Sauce; Sour Cream; Cheddar Cheese; Green Onions, chopped

One Pot Tex-Mex Turkey Chili Recipe – Healthy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make

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Author

Chef Shawna Jana

Servings

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

60-90 minutes

Looking for a hearty, healthy, and delicious chili recipe? This Tex-Mex Turkey Chili is packed with bold flavors and made with lean ground turkey, beans, and a mix of savory spices. Its the perfect balance of comfort food and nutritious ingredients, making it a great choice for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chili is full of protein, fiber, and a kick of Tex-Mex heat that will satisfy your cravings. Serve it with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a complete meal.

Close-up of a steaming bowl of Tex-Mex turkey chili, garnished with sour cream and green onions

Ingredients

1 medium red onion, diced
¼ yellow bell pepper, diced
¼ red bell pepper, diced
½ jalapeño- seeds removed & diced (optional)
2 Tbsp minced garlic
2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup dark beer (optional) or chicken broth
2 Tbsp Big L’s Blends Adobo
1 Tbsp Big L’s Blends Al Pastor
2 Tbsp Big L’s Blends Taco Everyday
2 Tbsp tomato paste
2 (15 oz) Cans Red Kidney Beans, drained
2 (15 oz) Cans Chili Beans in chili sauce
1 (15 oz) Can Black Beans, drained
2 (32 oz) cartons of chicken broth or stock
2 Tbsp Salsa Picanté Hot Sauce
Sour Cream
Cheddar Cheese
Green Onions, chopped

Directions

Add 2 Tbsp oil to large dutch oven or large pot over medium heat
Add onions, bell pepper & jalapeño. Cook until onions become translucent (about 8 minutes)
Add garlic & cook for 3-5 minutes.
Add ground turkey and cook until browned (8-10 minutes)
Add Big L’s Blends Adobo, Taco Everyday, & Al Pastor Seasonings. Mix well to combine.
Add tomato paste. Mix well to combine.
Add kidney, chili & black beans. Stir well to combine.
Add both cartons of chicken stock
Add beer (optional)
Stir in Big L’s Blends Salsa Picanté sauce
Add salt to taste
Put the top on your pot and allow the chili to simmer for 60-90 minutes over medium heat.
Remove the top for the last 30 minutes to allow the chili to thicken
Garnish with chili + lime crema (recipe below), cheddar cheese & green onions.

Recipe Note

Make it EXTRA SAUCY by adding a little Big L’s Blends Chili + Lime Seasoning to your sour cream for an easy zesty Chili+Lime Crema.

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