Can I make this ahead of time?

Absolutely. Make it, let the chili cool, and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s even better the next day.

Can I use a slow cooker or Instant Pot?

Yes! Brown the turkey first, then add everything (except the kale) and cook on low for 4–6 hours (slow cooker) or 10 minutes on high pressure (Instant Pot). Stir in the kale at the end just until wilted.

What beans work best?

Great northern beans are ideal, but navy beans and cannellini beans also work beautifully.

It’s medium heat as written. Make this kid-friendly by replacing the canned jalapeños with mild green chiles and omitting the cayenne.

Spicy Turkey White Bean Chili with Tuscan Kale

Name: Spicy Turkey White Bean Chili with Tuscan Kale
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 pound ground turkey (you can also use cooked chopped chicken if you prefer); 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (4-ounce) can of diced jalapeños; 1 (4-ounce) can of chopped green chiles; 2 teaspoons of ground cumin; 1 teaspoon of dried oregano; 1 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper; Kosher salt, to taste; 4 cups (32 ounces) of chicken broth; 4 cans of great northern beans, drained and rinsed; 8 ounces of raw chopped Tuscan kale; 1 cup of shredded pepperjack cheese; Greek yogurt, for garnish; Cilantro, for garnish; Sliced green onions, for garnish

Description

This turkey white bean chili recipe is easy, spicy, and tasty! With creamy white beans, ground turkey, and kale, you'll love this chili!

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound ground turkey (you can also use cooked chopped chicken if you prefer)
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (4-ounce) can of diced jalapeños
1 (4-ounce) can of chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper
Kosher salt, to taste
4 cups (32 ounces) of chicken broth
4 cans of great northern beans, drained and rinsed
8 ounces of raw chopped Tuscan kale
1 cup of shredded pepperjack cheese
Greek yogurt, for garnish
Cilantro, for garnish
Sliced green onions, for garnish

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Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; add 1 pound of ground turkey and cook until thoroughly browned.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and stir in 1 medium chopped onion, cooking until soft and translucent (about 5 mins).
Mix in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 can of diced jalapeños, 1 can of chopped green chiles, 2 teaspoons of cumin, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
Continue to cook, stirring frequently for 3 mins, then add 4 cups of chicken broth and 4 cans of great northern beans.
Simmer for 15 mins and add 8 ounces of chopped kale at the end, stirring until slightly wilted.
Salt to taste, then top with shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, cilantro, and sliced green onions for garnish.