Sometimes I play around with the beans and often replace a can of cannellini beans for kidney beans – obviously it isn't a white bean chili anymore, but I like the color it adds! Added a 1/2 can of corn drained and rinsed and used Plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and it was amazing. It feeds a large crowd and requires almost no work at all! Would you recommend then Puréeing one can and adding the 1 other can? And as you point out, a great way to add salt to the dish. Absolutely LOVE this recipe! you rock! Love turkey (or chicken) chili with white beans. My husband didn't believe it was WW's! Sorry! sharing the recipe. It was yummy with sour cream and chives. They devoured it quickly and raved about how much better this was than our hamburger/red bean chili. It is amazing! Posted: (1 days ago) Add chipotle chiles and blend on high speed until smooth, about 1 minute; set aside. I made this recipe tonight and it turned out so bad! I agree Marlene, I would like your chicken, tomato and bean dish as well. This does look very hearty and such a good choice for a cold winter’s night. I made this recipe for my family’s get together for the holidays. Get new free recipes and exclusive content delivered right to your inbox: Your email address will not be published. I'll have to try it in the crock pot next time! Made this today (up to adding the sour cream) to serve tomorrow. Love this recipe, have made it several times. sturlington on February 14, 2014 . I made this today. I love chili anytime of the year but especially during cooler weather. This easy chili can be made on the stove, slow cooker or Instant Pot. I made only made chili a couple of times. Also, any big point difference w/ ground chicken v. turkey. The amount of red pepper flakes was a bit too much for my children, so next time I'll scale down to 1 teaspoon. Thanks for the great recipes! Delicious! I didn’t have enough white beans so I added in a can of garbanzo beans….turned out great! Probably the best non-tomato based chili I’ve ever had! Turkey and Bean Chili Recipe | Bon Appetit. I think we’re on the same wavelength recently with dishes like this. I can't wait for my husband to get home and try it! This would definitely be a nice dish to have when you return home to New Hampshire. This sounds so delicious! Delicious, simple and easy to make. Love this recipe, but mine came out much thinner and “soupier” than the photos. Chipotle and ancho chile powders are dried, ground peppers and should not to be confused with chili powder, which is a blend of ground chilies and other spices. The other reviews say it turned out great so I know it’s me and not the recipe. So good!! I used 2 cans of garbanzos and 1 can cannellini beans, and replaced the last can of beans with a ton of fresh cooked sweet corn. This time I used chipotles in Adobe sauce. Sounds like the perfect antidote to cold windy nights. For the Instant Pot version, do we follow steps 1-3 on Saute function then proceed with 4 and 5 and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes? Per serving. but we’ll have to wait a few months for that cheers sherry. Cover and reduce to a simmer, about 30 to 35 minutes mixing occasionally, until thickened and the flavors meld. It’s certainly the season for comfort food where I am in cold and dreary London (Canada’s London, that is). it upped the points to 4. Create New Account. Catherine, I'm not sure, I would check on recipe builder. I added fresh chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos and a bit of sharp pepper jack cheese to each bowl and it was gone so fast! @ Jessica, sure. Your email address will not be published. Maybe 1 pt more. Yogurt will curdle if cooked, if you prefer yogurt just use it as a topping. I find the tough outer skin difficult to digest. I love that it’s so low point, you can really indulge in the toppings that make the whole meal feel like a cheat. Even better leftover. I added some celery and a can of green chillis just trying to get rid of them. It's delicious! Oh, I like the inclusion of cannellini beans in this recipe! I hope I can mix sour cream in it because that's what I bought. My chili turned out really thick. The texture of this one is perfect!! While this step is not necessary, I find that charring adds flavor to the pepper. Thank you Laura, for your nice compliment. . Also increase the spices (which I do with most recipes). I just added some cheese and avocado and sour cream on top! Been following WW since Sept and love your site! =). I like to char poblano peppers and peel them before cooking. How many people does this serve? Lovely recipe Karen! I've been making this recipe (only with ground chicken) for about 2 years now and it is the most delish white chili I've ever had! Thanks for a delish recipe!!! Thank you for another delicious recipe! To serve, topped with your favorite toppings. Cook 20 minutes. turkey and white bean chili, turkey chili, White Bean Chili, White Bean Turkey Chili, White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe. I did a quick release. Thanks! Hi Gina, Love the recipes! Very Very tasty. Gina you are a foodstar. After reading the reviews I worried that it would be too thick for me (I really like eating soup and chili with oyster crackers so I don't like it to be super thick, so I added 1 more cup of chicken stock. In a large pot over medium heat, or in a crock pot on medium, combine the onion, garlic and ground turkey and saute for 10 minutes, or until turkey is well browned. It will be delicious made with your left over chicken…enjoy! More chili recipes you might enjoy are Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili, Quick Beef Chili and No Bean Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili. So high in fiber too!! Made this last night and it is fantastic! This is the first Skinnytaste recipe I have attempted. Easy, adaptable, and very good. Making this tonight. I followed the instructions to a t and it’s so watery . I am excited to try this recipe but I would like to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. I made this the other night & it turned out great. It’s a crowd pleaser as well and not at all fussy to make. So sorry, I just retested this with 2 1/2 cups it was perfect. Required fields are marked *, By submitting this comment you agree to share your name, email address, website and IP address with SkinnyTaste. That is just what I thought when I made this Penny. The fresh garnishes topped it out perfectly. Add onions and garlic, saute until soft, about 4 to 5 minutes. What a perfect meal prep recipe! Easy to modify, healthy and always delicious. Cover and cook until turkey is tender, 4 to 5 hours on low. *chefs kiss* this is so delicious. Create New Account. Like so many other of your readers, I love the idea of the tortilla chips . This site uses cookies to help provide the best user experience. It won't taste the same, but I bet it will be good! I made this tonight and it got 5 stars from everyone in our house. It was a hit! Definitely one to drag out from the archives! Hi Gina. The only two things I modified in this recipe are – quantity and addition of fennel seeds. You can adjust the heat of the chili making it as mild or as hot as you like by the kind of chile peppers that you decide to use. Lastly, you might notice I’ve used both spellings of chile and chili…it all depends on where you live. Doubled the spices like others said, very good. I was wondering if you knew if I should cook it on low or high and how long do you think it should take in the crockpot? Add remaining 2 cups broth to crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours. Gotta make something quick and have everything but! One of my favorites so far on your site! Also, I often add some masa to thicken, but again, never thought of the chips! I used two cans of white kidney beans, a can of garbanzo beans, and a can of navy beans. This was the perfect comfort food for the rainy days we have been having and so light I didn't even feel guilty for skipping the gym!!! Maybe you need to adjust your seasonings. A rotisserie chicken will be put to good use in this recipe…enjoy. silly brain!paula. Although I should add that I do throw in a can of diced tomatoes with chilies. This is great. I made it last night and ate leftovers for lunch. Can't wait I have ground turkey in my freezer . I sing your praises at my WW meetings every Wednesday & share recipes with the group that I’ve made and loved! I did have to add liquid to it as it cooks down a lot in the crock pot, I probably added about another cup of broth. I added about 1/4 cup of grated into the chile too. Am also wondering if I should’ve drained the liquid after browning. I also did not use ground turkey, I had grilled a whole turkey yesterday so I had a ton of leftovers. Very yummy recipe! Pure 1 can of beans in the blender with 1 cup of the broth. I LOVE your recipes & I’m currently doing WW & have smart points. This is the first recipe of yours that didn't turn out for me and I make at least one a week off of your site and have for the last 6 months or so.. Add one can of the beans and the chicken broth to the pot. I love this recipe…can't wait to make it again! Where are the directions for the crockpot? thanks Gina!! Thanks for the great recipe! Your recipe sounds wonderful. It is seriously my new favorite dish ever. Not as heavy and very flavorful! Husband wouldn’t even eat it. Adjust seasoning and salt to taste. At the end of your recipes I see that you include freestyle points but what is the number to the right? My family liked both variations, however, the ground turkey will definitely have less calories. I followed the recipe as directed.…no substitutions. We’ve tried SO many of Gina’s chili’s and did not care for this one. Based on preliminary tastes I'm giving it two thumbs up! You can replace the white … Tonight I made the white bean chili so it is ready for tomorrow and it is awesome! I am not a big ground turkey fan and neither is my husband but we both LOVED this recipe!! I cut the beans in half because that’s all I had. This one did not disappoint. That wasn’t in the recipe though, and I followed it exactly. Add the spices, stir well and cook for another minute. Hi, I’m Gina Homolka, a busy mom of two girls, author and recipe developer here at Skinnytaste.com. Doesn't have a coconut flavor. , I found your website on a blog from a weight watcher leader. I am listing it on my site@fulltime-mom.blogspot.com this is a site for mothers, Thanks!Kristen, Gina,Can I use the chicken stock from your recent chicken stock recipe for the chicken broth in this White Bean Turkey chili recipe? Started out really thick, but after letting it cook in the slow cooker I guess it really brought out the juices and flavors together, hence the happy ending Not sure if I missed it while reading the recipe, what to do with the bay leaf. It says to follow steps 1-3, and then reduce broth. I was wondering which one the points were calculated with. Get recipes & exclusive content via email: You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of emails you receive. Love skinnytaste and have made a lot of Gina's recipes. This bean puree thickened the chili without added much in calories (like sour cream would have). One note from my experience: at first, it may seem like this needs more liquid; I went ahead and added an extra half-cup of broth, but it really wasn't necessary, and meant I had to cook longer at the end to reduce the sauce to the right consistency (I had already expected to have a longer cooking time, however, as I also added a can of diced tomatoes). Amazing flavor, I could eat it every day! Each one tasted better than the previous one, because the flavors were able to blend together more I guess. Thank you from the bottom of my healthy heart! . Is that my problem? Looks wonderful, especially for a cold day like today! I made this last night in the IP. Either way, I will continue to make it. I also upped all of the spices except for the crushed red pepper. Chick peas are white so I think that's a great idea! I actually prefer it. Adding more liquid, even if it's just water is always the solution to fix it, which sounds like that is what you did. Charring and peeling the peppers definitely adds a smokey flavour – it’s very popular with red bell peppers in Spain. Try it with butternut squash or ground beef. of ground turkey, used 3 cans of beans, 1 1/2 c. broth and lessen the seasonings a bit. Everyone who has it asks for the recipe! OMG the BEST chili I ever had. Fantastic Site. Delicious! The next time you have a gloomy or cold day, think about making a pot of this comforting and healthy turkey and white bean chili. This sounds so good! Is there something I missed? I would make it again but would need to add some additional spices to give it more flavor. I didn’t have green Chile’s so I substituted with salsa verde and I think it still turned out great. Thanks so much!! If you like tomatoes in your chili, you might add a small can of diced Rotel tomatoes, either mild or hot, depending on how hot the fresh chiles are that you use in the chili. Thanks for another great recipe. I have made meals from your sight ever since. I’m just wondering where I went wrong. Not sure if that helps! Wellll.. wow! Add the garlic and cook another minute. The only thing I would change is to make more because it was eaten so quickly! I make something similar with chicken. Forgot account? Turkey and White Bean Chili. Don't stray!! Thanks so much for posting! The blended beans & broth is genius to thicken the sauce. Step 2. A nice way to change up chili and it’s good! I followed the recipe exactly and this was so yummy even my picky mom who ordinarily doesn't like chili or food with a "kick" really enjoyed this!!! super easy and wil add it on a regular rotation for our meals ty. Can I substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream? Perhaps the liquid reduced too much in mine? The consistency was great though, just needs more flavor. Do you know approximately how many calories are in a serving of this chili?Thanks! Hi Gina! You just have to adjust the seasoning to your taste like she suggested. I made this for my husband and I last night and we both loved it! Turkey Chili with White Beans. A pot of Turkey And White Bean Chili simmering on the stove is the perfect antidote for a cold or rainy day. Heat 2 Tbsp. Thank you for the pin Judy, it is much appreciated. I have some left over turkey, can i use this instead of ground turkey? This morning I put it in the crock pot with the beans, bay leaf and broth and set it on low all day. I am so glad that I have some left over to freeze for awesome 4pt lunches!! It was soupy when it was finished, and I let it cool, in the pot on the counter. Sadly we won’t be making this again..but that doesn’t happen often with Skinnytaste! I char them on the open flame of my gas stove then put them in a covered bowl to steam for a few minutes. Can’t wait to try ALL of them! Heat 2 Tbsp. Today for lunch it’s even better! I have two questions about the recipe, First, when you say 1 spray cooking oil, you are talking about non-stick cooking spray right? Hi Angela, I used Jennie-O 99% lean. Consistency was perfect, but I needed more flavor. Add turkey; stir until no longer pink, breaking up with back of spoon. This is great and makes great leftovers! Step 1. Oct 30, 2007 This cumin-scented turkey chili is healthy and ready in a hurry! Then I gave it a good stir. Wow, this is incredible…I only had 1 lb. It’s supposed to snow all afternoon here. I can't wait to try another one! Hi Gina. Ladle the chili into bowls and serve. I will make this again. I count calories instead of points and I was hoping you might have insight on the calories. crystal- i have not tried it in the crock pot, but yes, beans are great in the crock pot. I will def make it again. The directions for crockpot are not attached here they need to attach it to the recipe. It was easy to prepare, a little bit lighter, using ground turkey and omitting cheese, and is only mildly spicy- a crowd-pleaser. I also used a variety of beans (kidney, black, butter) because I did not have cannellini. He said “I don’t know what’s in here exactly but I want you to make this again and again and again.” BIG HIT! It did come out a tad thin for a chili, which may have thickened up overnight but I wanted to eat. The chili is equally good with chicken and of course, you will want to make it your own by not using garlic. Advertisement. Definitely one of my favorites and I am looking forward to making it again in the future . Honestly, I don’t typically get too excited about chili’s, but this was a big hit. Could this be frozen? Here across the wide land masses and that big Pond one may not reach for turkey nor chillies as often as over your way. The ground turkey I used contains 160 calories per 4 ounces. It was amazing. I made this last night with my leftover Thanksgiving turkey. White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe White Bean Turkey Chili. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Either way, this is one of my all time favorite Skinnytaste recipes. I love the concept of this recipe, however it was super bland. What if I do t have green chilis? Yes, brown the turkey first. I had to double the broth, because it seemed a little thick. Thank you! Thank you for the share! Another endorsement for this terrific recipe! This is a great recipe that I've made twice in the past 6 weeks. I followed the modified recipe with reduced broth using the slow cooker. olive oil. I ended up adding more broth and sour cream just before serving because it was thicker than I like. My new favorite turkey chili! . I only had 1 pack of ground turkey and 1 can of cannelloni beans so I had to adjust the seasonings a bit but we both can't wait to have a nice big bowl of this once it's finished. So to clarify, if I’m making this in my 6 Qt IP I should use 3/4 C broth? Can’t wait to have lunch tomorrow. I think you could use a green bell pepper and then add another jalapeño pepper for spice. My husband asks if it’s Gina’s recipe anytime I make something good for dinner :))). I just made this tonight and I am transferring it from the stovetop after the step where you say to cook it for 10 minutes with the beans to the crockpot. I just made this yesterday (8/28/2018). So easy! Bring to boil. It looks like a lot of data keeps settling at the top?? Since there is only two of us, I divided the recipe in half. Happy you liked it Monica! Add oregano and beans; cook for 30 seconds. I made this for my last book club meeting along with Weight Watchers cornbread (made as muffins – it decreases the points/serving some; link here: http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/index.aspx?recipeid=66571). I kept all of the other ingredients as listed above. I only used 1 can of beans and I decreased the amount of red pepper flakes. Looks really good Karen and sounds like it has a nice bite to it. I made this again tonight, the first time i followed the recipe to a T, and it was very good. Ok, this is nutballs. I added a can of green chilis although it tasted fine without it. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Thanks Gina! The recipes all look so inviting and delicious…I plan on trying quite a few of them! Protein: 23 g. ... For chunkier chili, substitute ground turkey with boneless turkey breast slices, cut into small pieces. Add the beans, spices, tomato, and water. Could I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream? Carrie, I love your blog! There are so many delicious flavors in this. Throw in turkey and beef, season w/ salt and pepper and break up into pieces. 2014 - This five bean turkey chili is perfect for your next game day party. I can’t believe how hot it has been in your part of the world, I know you will be looking forward to a break in the weather. This is a favorite of ours but we have recently started eating plant based foods and wondering if we left the turkey out, would the liquids need to be adjusted in any way? Spend a few minutes with me as I travel the back roads of the world. Can I substitute greek yogurt for the sour cream? I used 2 cans of regular kidney beans and 2 cans of great northern beans and it turned out perfect. I love this recipe…can’t wait to make it again! I added more chili powder, but then you could really only taste the heat. Sometimes if there isn’t enough liquid then it won’t pressurize. Gina first of all THANK YOU….thank you for your site thank you for your recipes! I have never purchased canned green chili  and although I make chili all the time, I just use the powder. Yes, tortilla chips are a great thickener and do add to the flavor of the dish. I add more spices but this is one of my favorites for meal prep work lunches. Love your site! I too double the spices. Thanks Gina, for another winner. Did you reduce the broth? Scaredy-cat  Canadian here doesn’t like real heat . You can omit, or sub another pepper if you have on hand. Would points change if I used chicken instead? I didn't have enough white beans so I added in a can of garbanzo beans….turned out great! 4 people living in this house. After this recipe though, I felt like I really needed to comment, because it was so delicious! This makes a lot, you can make a batch for dinner and freeze the leftovers for another night. One does not need winter – ’tis appetizing even in today’s 41C burst of heat here . Not sure why I’m getting different results but I think the original recipe is what worked best for me. First made this recipe for my family and my husband liked it! Add onion; sauté 10 minutes or until tender and golden. They are my favorite and would we perfect for white turkey chili. I used all of the spices called for and added the turkey in after I’d sauteed the onions and added in the tomatoes and beans. Just the sour cream at the end. Thank you Gina, for making so many recipes that I can eat or adapt. This is a fantastic way to go. Love it! Hi Callie. My husband and I were looking for a healthy and hardy soup for dinner that could be made in the crockpot. With such simple ingredients and no tomato base I was worried how this was turn out. Season turkey all over with salt. Finish the Dish • Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chili with … Thanks! I’m allergic to red meat and dairy (alpha-gal disease- don’t get bitten by a tick if you live in NC or VA) so I left out the sour cream and it was fantastic! Do you mind if I post this recipe on my own blog, with a link to your original? This is a tasty chili alternative which freezes well and is just as good. She says to add yogurt on top of your serving. Lol. really good! Would you be able to use lean ground beef with this recipe? Stupid question, but do the beans have to be cooked first?? I want to meal prep a bunch of it. When hot, spray with oil. Thanks for asking and linking back. Well done, Karen! Thank you for your lovely compliment Caroline, I’m happy to know that you like my version of chili. Sometimes in the past I’ve added finely ground cornmeal, but I like this better! I also upped the chili powder to a tablespoon and that seemed to enhance the flavors as well. A delicious antidote, indeed, to a cold gloomy winter’s night. Thank you! In the ultimate cop-out, I decided to split the difference and cooked the chili base for an hour, then added the browned turkey back for the last 30 minutes of cook time. Does anyone know if this recipe freezes well? I came across this recipe by accident. Thank you for sharing. This looks delicious, Karen. I also used a can of pinto beans, a can of white beans, and a can of diced tomatoes with jalapeno (I cut the recipe in half because there are only 2 of us in the house). Thank you Diane, I’m glad you like the sound of the recipe. This was absolutely fantastic. Im printing this recipe out to try. This looks really good! Add in the remaining ingredients (except for sour cream and salt … I actually thought I had cumin but I didn’t, and I threw in some extra chilis and it was still super flavourful! This was my first time using one, but just dropped it along with everything else in the crockpot anyway. “I would eat this all week if I could”, was one response. thanks. Are green chilies spicy hot? I also found this to be really bland, but we just mixed in a few spoonfuls of salsa and t made all the difference in the world. (And the recipe clearly says at the end to "adjust seasoning and salt to taste" once it is done cooking). It was a hit. My husband said that it is his favorite so far. I really like your take on this chilli, it’s not something that I’ve ever tried before but it’s made me so hungry! Also, while cooking, I'd suggest tasting it and seasoning accordingly.