Description
This Creamy White Turkey Chili blends lean ground turkey with hearty ground beef, tender white beans, and a creamy, flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy dinners or Thanksgiving gatherings, it delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite, with subtle spices and a luscious texture that make it irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey (or turkey meat)
- 1/2 pound ground beef (optional for a beef-turkey combo)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for mild heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Brown the meat: Add ground turkey and ground beef (if using). Cook until browned, breaking into crumbles.
- Season: Stir in cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Toast spices for 1 minute.
- Add main ingredients: Stir in white beans, diced green chilies, and chicken broth. Combine well.
- Simmer: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 30–40 minutes to meld flavors.
- Make it creamy: Off the heat, stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt and shredded cheese if desired. Mix until smooth.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- For a leaner chili: Use only ground turkey and swap sour cream for Greek yogurt.
- Vegetarian option: Replace meat with extra beans or plant-based protein.
- Customize spice level: Adjust cayenne or add jalapeños for more heat.
- Dairy-free version: Use coconut milk instead of sour cream.
- Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Chili, Soup, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Creamy White Turkey Chili, White Chili with Ground Beef, White Bean Chili, Ground Turkey Chili Recipe, Cozy Dinner Recipes, Thanksgiving Chili