Turkey Chili (with Leftover Turkey)

Name: Turkey Chili (with Leftover Turkey)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: TexMex
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cups chopped onion; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 4 garlic cloves, chopped fine; 2 tablespoons chili powder (or up to 4 tablespoons if you like it spicier); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 3 15-oz cans crushed tomatoes (fire roasted if you can get it); 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 cup turkey stock or chicken stock; 2 15-oz cans kidney beans, drained; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon sea salt, plus more if desired to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 3 to 4 cups shredded, cooked turkey meat; 1 to 3 teaspoons sugar (optional); To garnish: Shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green or red onion, sour cream

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:1h 20min

This easy turkey chili is a great way to use up turkey leftovers from big holiday meals. Make it with shredded leftover turkey, beans, onion, garlic, and tomatoes.

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:27:13 GMT