High-Protein

Turkey Chili

with Chickpeas and Tomatoes
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Turkey Chili

Turkey Chili - Delicious, hearty and easy to make

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Difficulty:
very easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
20 min.
Preparation
Calories:
448
calories
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Nutritional values

This recipe is an excellent source of fiber and protein! Additionally, the tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C, which is important for a healthy immune system and for the body's cells in fighting off free radicals. This dish is just as delicious as the classic chili con carne but much lower in fat. 

The spicy turkey chili is perfect for a party buffet. Just increase the recipe accordingly.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie448 cal.(21 %)
Protein56 g(57 %)
Fat14 g(12 %)
Carbohydrates21 g(14 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage6 g(20 %)
Vitamin A0.3 mg(38 %)
Vitamin D0 μg(0 %)
Vitamin E7.7 mg(64 %)
Vitamin B₁0.3 mg(30 %)
Vitamin B₂0.3 mg(27 %)
Niacin34.8 mg(290 %)
Vitamin B₆1.1 mg(79 %)
Folate59 μg(20 %)
Pantothenic acid1.9 mg(32 %)
Biotin26 μg(58 %)
Vitamin B₁₂1 μg(33 %)
Vitamin C46 mg(48 %)
Potassium1,092 mg(27 %)
Calcium125 mg(13 %)
Magnesium106 mg(35 %)
Iron5.2 mg(35 %)
Iodine13 μg(7 %)
Zinc5 mg(63 %)
Saturated fatty acids1.8 g
Uric acid381 mg
Cholesterol120 mg
Development of this recipe:
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Ingredients

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2
Ingredients
1 onion
1 garlic clove
1 red chili pepper
2 Tbsps vegetable oil
14 ozs Ground turkey
salt
8 ozs chickpeas (drained, canned)
¾ cup Chicken broth
14 ozs chunky Tomatoes (canned)
1 bunch cilantro
1 pinch Cumin
How healthy are the main ingredients?
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Preparation

Kitchen utensils

1 Cutting board, 1 Large knife, 1 Small knife, 1 Measuring cups, 1 Wooden spoon, 1 Tablespoon, 1 Teaspoon, 1 Can opener, 1 Sieve, 1 Pot (with lid), 1 Bowl

Preparation steps

1.
Turkey Chili preparation step 1

Peel onion and garlic, chop finely. Rinse chile pepper, cut in half lengthwise, remove seeds and dice into thin rings.

2.
Turkey Chili preparation step 2

Heat oil in a pot. Add onion, garlic and chile pepper and saute for about 2 minutes. Season with salt. Add ground turkey and cook over high heat for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3.
Turkey Chili preparation step 3

Rinse and drain chickpeas in a sieve.

4.
Turkey Chili preparation step 4

Add stock, tomatoes, chickpeas and ground turkey to pot and cook over medium heat. Cover and let simmer for 5 minutes.

5.
Turkey Chili preparation step 5

Rinse cilantro, pat dry, pluck leaves and chop coarsely.

6.
Turkey Chili preparation step 6

Season chili with salt and cumin seeds to taste, ladle into bowls and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with pita bread and low-fat yogurt, if desired.