American Turkey Chili – High-Protein Bean Bowl

Name: American Turkey Chili – High-Protein Bean Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 500 g lean ground turkey; 1 can (400 g) red kidney beans, drained; 1 can (400 g) chopped tomatoes; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp olive oil

A protein-packed American classic simmered from lean ground turkey, kidney beans and chili spices. It keeps you full, supports your muscles and is remarkably easy to make.

Total: 45 min
Servings: 2 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Calories · per serving: 480 kcal

Written by

Ecem Akkaba · Dietitian

Dietitian, graduate of İstanbul Medipol University. She develops the recipes and nutrition values on FitZen.

Updated: July 26, 2026

In short

American Turkey Chili – High-Protein Bean Bowl contains 480 calories per serving: 45 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat. It takes 45 minutes in total and makes 2 servings.

About this recipe

This American turkey chili delivers high protein per serving thanks to lean turkey mince and beans. It cooks in a single pot and makes a filling, balanced choice for dinner.

Method

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the onion until soft.
2
Add the garlic and bell pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the ground turkey, breaking it up, and cook until browned.
4
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder and cumin and cook for 1 minute.
5
Add the chopped tomatoes and beans, then season with salt and pepper.
6
Simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Serve hot, scattered with fresh herbs if you like.

Tips

Choose turkey breast mince for the leanest, highest-protein result.
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving so the flavors deepen.
Add a pinch of cayenne if you like it spicier.

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