Description
This nutrient-dense Turkey Quinoa Chili is a comforting, one-pot wonder perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring lean ground turkey, fluffy quinoa, and buttery edamame, this dish offers a delightful blend of savory spices and natural sweetness from butternut squash. It is a hearty, fiber-rich meal that satisfies the whole family and tastes even better as leftovers the next day. A modern, wholesome twist on classic chili that is both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1.25 lbs lean ground turkey
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup shelled edamame
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned.
Stir in the chili powder and cumin, ensuring the turkey is well coated.
Add the butternut squash, quinoa, diced tomatoes, black beans, and broth to the pot.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
Stir in the edamame and continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the squash is tender and quinoa is cooked.
Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze this chili for up to 3 months. Feel free to top with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg