Thanks for a delish recipe!!! I like to mix up some of the beans too – adding a can of chickpeas is wonderful in this recipe! The only accurate way to determine any recipe’s SmartPoints® value is to plug the ingredients into the recipe builder on the Weight Watchers website (Click on “My Foods,” select “Recipe,” and click “Create a recipe.”) which does not count fruits and vegetables in recipes in the calculations as they are now 0 points. One of my favorite chilis ever was made with pork. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Not only do they add flavor, they help thicken the chili as well. Love this recipe!! Maybe something doesn't come out right if you cut the recipe in half (even though it should). An Anaheim pepper would be the best substitute but I don’t know if it would be any easier to find. And don’t get me wrong, it still looks delicious, but the original recipe was tried and true in my home. . I used chicken breast instead of ground turkey. made a pot today, on our first "fall" day this year! Thanks Gina! After this recipe though, I felt like I really needed to comment, because it was so delicious! I a small amount of sour cream to each of our bowls and both my husband and I agreed that it wasn't essential and we could save a few calories without it. Hi Gina, love the site. What a great idea to use tortilla chips as a thickener! It turned out great! Mix in stock and tomato sauce. Don't stray!! Fantastic Site. Thanks so much for the help! or. One of my favorite meal prep recipes for work lunches. Either way this is excellent, it’s gone in a matter of minutes in my house. And as you point out, a great way to add salt to the dish. The seasoning, in combination with the sour cream topping, really made a difference. Love this recipe. I also substituted the sour cream for a can of garbanzo beans which I pureed for some thickness (lack of sour cream could make the whole thing more bland). I hope your weather has warmed up, ours has. I don’t add the sour cream at the end and double the chili powder – personal preference – and it is so delicious! I'm actually going to a party tomorrow night and doing the same thing. Great recipe! I made this chili over the weekend and everyone loved it. Husband wouldn’t even eat it. Gina, I had to buy more containers! I'll be sharing great food, interesting places and enjoyable pastimes that I find along the way....no matter where in the world I happen to be. Thank you Kay, The night I made the chili it was cold, rainy and windy and the turkey and bean chili was perfect. In your crock pot recipe, you use pumpkin puree. . That wasn’t in the recipe though, and I followed it exactly. Absolutely LOVE this recipe! 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? This recipe was adapted from Bon Appétit. Add diced green chilies, salt, cumin, oregano, chili powder, red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes. If the chili is too thick, thin it with a little chicken stock or water. This sounds so delicious! Although I should add that I do throw in a can of diced tomatoes with chilies. Add beans, tomatoes with juice, and broth; bring to a boil. I should try your recipe and make it more often. I might freeze it. Hi Eha, I agree with you that the ingredients in my chili are probably not all that common in Australia. I love the concept of this recipe, however it was super bland. To make this dairy free you can leave the sour cream out. I hope that the beautiful scenery and delicious food that I share with you will inspire you to return often to visit me at Back Road Journal. @Wontabulous – It's in the supermarket next to the non dairy creamers and half and half. I made this recipe last night for friends. , How fast can I pin this for future use? I made this today. Hi, I'm Karen. Not sure why the point value for purple is 1, unless that is using ground turkey breast. I like the idea of using tortilla chips to thick a sauce. Ground Chicken would work just as well, right? All around, people loved it. I’ve never thought to thicken with the tortilla chips – brilliant! Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. It says to add sour cream, but it looks like, from the comments, that people were adding half and half. I’ve been asked to double this recipe next time I make it. This chili also has an ingredient you might not expect and that is ground tortilla chips. Wash you hands carefully after handling them. Thanks! So good!! Hi Mad Dog, Yes indeed, charring any pepper does enhance its flavor. Consistency was perfect, but I needed more flavor. Would it really make that big of a difference? Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Oh, I like the inclusion of cannellini beans in this recipe! I've made it twice now only with ground chicken.. Would you happen to have the nutritional value of it? Have you revised the recipe? we cooked this in a dutch oven – couldn’t find canned green chillies so we went with canned jalapeños which I highly recommend if you’re a fan of spicy! (There’s no need to pre-soak the beans.) =], This is so yummy!! I was wondering which one the points were calculated with. Each one tasted better than the previous one, because the flavors were able to blend together more I guess. Ok, this is nutballs. You could still do step 5 (puree 1 can beans w/ 1 cup broth). There was barely enough for lunch today, and there were sad faces all around. I just diced the meat up & threw it in at the end to warm through. Sounds like the perfect antidote to cold windy nights. Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack Cheese, or Cheddar Cheese. Bringing chips to serve. Think warm thoughts. Thank you for the share! Perfect! I also forgot to stir a bit during the simmer period. (And I love that pretty green bowl!). Cooked this up for my hubby and son last night. Thank you Jeanie. White Bean Turkey Chili Recipe White Bean Turkey Chili. Perhaps the liquid reduced too much in mine? Any suggestions to thicken it up? We find it adds more flavor to our recipes. I made this in the crock pot today and it was fantastic! Poblano peppers are a mild chile with usually very little heat. So to clarify, if I’m making this in my 6 Qt IP I should use 3/4 C broth? No chili powder so used chipotle chili powder, and Italian seasoning instead of oregano (out of that too). Loved this! My family loved it . really good! The blended beans & broth is genius to thicken the sauce. So glad you liked it, you can always simmer it on the stove uncovered to thicken. Stupid question, but do the beans have to be cooked first?? All of the flavors sound wonderful. Made with shredded turkey, white cannellini beans and spices, this recipe will make you forget about the gloomy weather outside. Thank you Eva, it is nice to have you stop by. In the spirit of the leftovers that are hopefully stuffing your fridge right now, we have an easy and warming white chili … Thank you for your compliment on the chili John. It was a hit! Easy to modify, healthy and always delicious. Your email address will not be published. Not sure if that helps! The chili would be equally good substituting rotisserie chicken for the turkey. This would definitely be a nice dish to have when you return home to New Hampshire. I see that it has the directions for stove top, slow cooker, and instant pot, but can you tell me what method you think yields the best results? Turkey and Bean Chili Recipe | Bon Appetit. The Best Classic Chili - The Wholesome Dish. I loved the fat free half and half at the end…makes it more creamy.Thanks for the great recipe! No such luck :-/ Dousing it with sour cream, cheese and chips seems like the only way to save all this turkey! I cut the recipe in half, so only used 1 pkg of meat, 2 cans of beans and 1 cup of chicken broth. I will transfer them into containers and eat later because I know the flavors will be outrageously delicious! Let me know how it comes out in the crock pot! Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Flavorful lean turkey chili with white beans in a warm, spiced broth with jack cheese and fresh avocado. I think the seasoning is the same so I am going to try this without the green chilies or pureeing anything. Hi! Sounds great! Even the boyfriend fell in love with this recipe. I love having this with chips! Hi Angie, I can vouch about the chili making for a good lunch as I did that a couple days later and it was delicious. And speaking of where you live, I know certain ingredients can be hard to find. this recipe is FAR from bland. I just wanted to make sure I hadn’t been spelling it incorrectly for years . I made it last night and ate leftovers for lunch. Amazing flavor, I could eat it every day! I made this last night in the IP. i cut it in half   used crockpot. Pure 1 can of beans in the blender with 1 cup of the broth. Yes, minced. Ground turkey, white cannellini beans, and chili spices combine to make a white chili that will warm your tummy and your heart. Thank you for your nice compliment Kathryn. I agree Marlene, I would like your chicken, tomato and bean dish as well. I love this recipe…can’t wait to make it again! I loved this recipe. One does not need winter – ’tis appetizing even in today’s 41C burst of heat here . You can omit, or sub another pepper if you have on hand. Thanks! I’m just wondering where I went wrong. Sometimes, one person's idea of bland is different from the next. I have every ingredient on hand except sour cream. I've been using your site for a few weeks now, and have not been disappointed yet! This turkey chili with white beans is very quick to assemble. 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. Wow – didn't believe turkey would be some yummy in chili! This chili also has an ingredient you might not expect and that is ground tortilla chips. Yes, this is great with chips and a little cheese! @ Jessica, sure. Chili was a staple! This is the BEST white bean chili I have had. Add 1 lb. It smells yummy and can't wait to try it soon. I am going to try this recipe next weekend and was wondering something. The spelling of chili whether the dish or the pepper depends on where you live. Thanks for another spot on phenomenal recipe! Add the turkey, beans and stock and mix well. I was looking for a different chili recipe when this one popped up. Yes, tortilla chips are a great thickener and do add to the flavor of the dish. This was really good and super easy to make, thanks Gina for another great recipe . That sounds absolutely heavenly, Karen. I had to double the broth, because it seemed a little thick. It was soupy when it was finished, and I let it cool, in the pot on the counter. Well done, Karen! Delicious! It won't taste the same, but I bet it will be good! Very yummy, just want to ensure I’m calculating this accurately for points value. I was a little confused as well, but I would say that you dump all the ingredients from step 4 straight into the crockpot. This was great! I ended up adding more broth and sour cream just before serving because it was thicker than I like. @Crystal, it's hard to say, maybe the flame was too high? White Bean Turkey Chili < back. Regardless, i’ll definitely make this again! I just made this yesterday (8/28/2018). 23 déc. Happy you liked it Monica! It’s supposed to snow all afternoon here. I only have 1lb of turkey but I want to portion it properly ! 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. Delicious, simple and easy to make. The consistency was great though, just needs more flavor. I added about 1/4 cup of grated into the chile too. Can I substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream? It is amazing! Add tomatoes with their juices, breaking up with back of spoon. Looks really good Karen and sounds like it has a nice bite to it. Thank you Helen, tortilla chips are great for thinking soups and sauces…I’m glad you like the recipe. I char them on the open flame of my gas stove then put them in a covered bowl to steam for a few minutes. This one did not disappoint. Is it one 4.5 ounce of green chili’s or 14.5 ounce can? Perfect rainy day food! This sounds so good! Oh, it looks great – will definitely try that one – yum! Turkey and White Bean Chili. 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. , Wonderful flavors in this hearty dish. This was my first skinnytaste recipe and it was awesome! I halved the recipe because I didn't need 14 servings, and everything came out perfectly. My friend Debbie shared this recipe, which I’ve tweaked through the years, and I remember asking her if she forgot to tell me about the tomatoes. . also avocado  I will def make again. I forgot to add the sour cream and didn’t even notice. A pot of Turkey And White Bean Chili simmering on the stove is the perfect antidote for a cold or rainy day. Added a drizzle of olive oil to make up for the missing poultry fat. I also upped the chili powder to a tablespoon and that seemed to enhance the flavors as well. Can this be done in a slow cooker? I made 1/2 the recipe, added green chilies and about a 1/4 tsp of cinnamon. Use 3 cups broth. Fast. I would recommend browning the turkey and just putting it in the crock pot with the rest of the ingredients (minus the sour cream – Put that in at the end of the cooking process). Also increase the spices (which I do with most recipes). I have made meals from your sight ever since. Very bland, i followed the recipe to a T and even let it sit in the crockpot over night hoping the flavors would come out. And plenty of chilies. Wish me luck!Thanks for the great recipes. Seemed rather one note and the beans were most of what as we tasted with some heat in the background. The SmartPoints® calculator isn’t meant for recipes and will often give you the wrong points (usually higher) because it’s counting the fruits and vegetables. Thank you Ronit, It was a hearty dish and perfect for one of the days when it was colder than normal. Instead of the canned beans I used dried white beans that had been precooked in an electric pressure cooker. Mine turned out a little soupier – I used a 1.25 lb pack of ground turkey, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 3 cans beans, and about 1 and 1/2 cans chicken broth. Add the spices, stir well and cook for another minute. I added fresh chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos and a bit of sharp pepper jack cheese to each bowl and it was gone so fast! Like so many other of your readers, I love the idea of the tortilla chips . Hi Gerlinde, Chili is such a versatile meal…there are so many ways of preparing it. I also upped all of the spices except for the crushed red pepper. I hope I can mix sour cream in it because that's what I bought. Can't wait I have ground turkey in my freezer . Thank you for the compliment Gloria, I’m glad you like the looks of the chili. I love all the different chiles that you used in the recipe – I can only imagine the complexity of flavor! White Bean Turkey Chili. This is crazy delicious and easy. I added some celery and a can of green chillis just trying to get rid of them. Thank you for your compliment Larry, the chili did turn out just right. It was very liquidy. I put it in the crock pot and to add thicken, I pureed two cans white beans (drained of most of its water pack) and only added 3 cans of whole beans. Awesome chili – Thanks, Gina! This is going to join our other favorite chili, your BBQ Chicken Chili, in the dinner rotation. This classic recipe is going to be my new go-to chili. Also, I often add some masa to thicken, but again, never thought of the chips! It feeds a large crowd and requires almost no work at all! I add more spices but this is one of my favorites for meal prep work lunches. I added a can of green chilis although it tasted fine without it. Thank you Gina, for making so many recipes that I can eat or adapt. (And the recipe clearly says at the end to "adjust seasoning and salt to taste" once it is done cooking). I could eat this every single day. Worked out great! Cook 20 minutes. This recipe was so easy and flavorful! , I found your website on a blog from a weight watcher leader. I will have to put them on my list for groceries. Gina, your slow-cooker instructions say to follow steps 1-3. Also, the sour cream gets added last which would prevent curdling. =). I am making this again today – we LOVE this recipe! Thank you! Cover and reduce to a simmer, about 30 to 35 minutes mixing occasionally, until thickened and the flavors meld. I will make again though. . Gives it some color too. Set your timer, queue up a movie, and win today: Netflix and chili. Add the garlic and cook another minute. They went nice with the turkey in this chili. Poblanos are my favorite pepper to roast, and I love white beans. HI! Thank you Lisa for your compliment. Create New Account. I can't wait for my husband to get home and try it! We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving, full of family, friends and delicious food! Gina first of all THANK YOU….thank you for your site thank you for your recipes! Your recipe sounds wonderful. I just started cooking and so far this is my favorite recipe. It's better the next day. The first couple times I made it I only used the amount stated in the recipe and I enjoyed it as well. What am I missing? 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). , Hi Fatima, We are like you when it comes to bean dishes, they are good tasting, good for you and the price is right when purchasing dried or canned beans. Log In. The recipes all look so inviting and delicious…I plan on trying quite a few of them! That’s what I did last night. Good stuff — thanks. I have a concern though, when I add the nutrition info into the WW app to create “food” It comes out to 8 points not 4. How many points if you use 99% lean turkey? Perhaps you measured something incorrectly. 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. If the chicken is lean, it won't be much of a difference. It's delicious! I followed the modified recipe with reduced broth using the slow cooker. With such simple ingredients and no tomato base I was worried how this was turn out. YUM! I have been looking all over for a good Turkey chili recipe. I agree with Anonymous. I must admit I looked up the spelling of chilli as in Aust. Posted: (1 days ago) Add chipotle chiles and blend on high speed until smooth, about 1 minute; set aside. I only yielded 10 cups so my points increased to 7 pts per cup. Serve it in colorful bowls and think warm and happy thoughts. 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). White Bean Turkey Chili 2 Nutritional Information. The other reviews say it turned out great so I know it’s me and not the recipe. Advertisement. Nowadays it’s quite common to see a white chili recipe, so I’m sure you won’t be surprised. Nice to have chili with no tomato. It sounds like you are in need of a bowl of this chili, stay warm. Otherwise was great. I am just getting started on weight watchers and I want to make this … probably a silly question but is the garlic minced? The only change that I made was to half it, but keep the seasonings the same. That is just what I thought when I made this Penny. I did double the spices though as I found it a bit bland otherwise. I’ve had a bad cold and this sounds so warm and nourishing!! 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