White Turkey Chili Recipe
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White Turkey Chili

By: luv2bake 
"Tasty white chili that can be made with turkey or chicken. Jalapeno peppers give just enough kick! Garnish with green onions, cilantro, more cheese, or chopped tomatoes. "

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (25)

What to Drink?

Wine Syrah
Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups shredded cooked turkey
  • 2 cups white kidney beans (cannellini), undrained
  • 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion in oil until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, cumin, and ginger; cook for another minute. Pour in chicken broth and white wine, and then add the bay leaf. Cook uncovered until slightly reduced, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  2. Stir in turkey, beans, and jalapeno. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Using back of spoon, mash 1/4 of beans to thicken sauce. Reduce heat to low, and begin stirring in cheese 1/2 cup at a time. Stir until cheese is completely melted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, and stir in lime juice. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 315 | Total Fat: 13.8g | Cholesterol: 61mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2009 by wannabe110   view full review
I made this recipe with leftover holiday turkey. It was incredible! Definately not bland but...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2010 by Beaner   view full review
Just made this with turkey leftovers. I prepared with all ingredients. The peppers are not too...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2010 by Kjeffrey   view full review
This was pretty good. I wasn't convinced that I should add 2 whole jalepenos and that was a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2010 by amy4kids   view full review
This was fabulous! I had to modify a bit because I didn't have peppers or jack cheese. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2010 by Linda P.. Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was excellent and such a change of pace for the Thanksgiving left-over turkey. I had...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 5, 2010 by jarrod   view full review
Made this and loved it! I never had white chili before, but, with this recipe I'm not sure...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2011 by spanishize122   view full review
Delicious! One of me and my husband's favorite dishes!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2010 by Lindsey624 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Delicious! I needed a recipe to give me something to do with the leftover turkey from...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2010 by arzavala   view full review
Absolutely delicious! I made this with leftover Thanksgiving turkey and wish I had made a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2010 by Kate   view full review
Didn't have lime juice but really liked it anyway! Dumped everything in the crockpot and used...

 

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