Enjoy the bold flavors of chili in this easy and quick soup loaded with chunks of roasted tomato, beans and ground turkey. If you are not a fan of turkey simply substitute with your favorite ground meat. This satisfying soup is a meal in a bowl and ready to eat in under an hour.
This quick healthy soup makes dinner easy to prepare.
During fall and winter months when the weather turns cool, soup is one of my go to meals for dinner. When I’m in a pinch and need a quick dinner, this soup always delivers. With minimal chopping required, this meal goes together quickly, with dinner ready in less than 45 minutes.
Turkey or Beef
This soup recipe was designed with low calorie-high protein in mind. Therefore, ground turkey breast is the most sensible choice for protein. If this is not a concern for you or you aren’t a fan of turkey, simply swap it out with equal amounts of ground beef, chicken, bison or your favorite ground meat.
When browning the meat, I prefer to season it with my favorite Southwestern seasoning (See recipe Below). However if you like, you could use your favorite taco seasoning, for a milder and easy alternative.
Southwest Seasoning Blend
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons Ground Mild Red New Mexico Chilies
- 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Kosher Salt plus 1 teaspoon
- 2 teaspoon dried Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder or minced onion dried
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl until well combined. Store in an air tight container or spice jar. Makes about 1/2 cup.
Creating chili flavor with different varieties
While this chili soup fares on the spicier side, the heat factor can easily be altered and toned down. In as much the same can be said for those who like it hot! With just a few simple changes, this soup recipe can be easily adapted to your family’s tastes.
Milder Options
The heat in this dish comes partially from the chili powder and partially from the hatch chilies and fresh jalapenos. Both of these can be altered to your liking. Generally, I prefer to use mild Hatch chilis along with spicy fresh jalapenos. But if you would like to tone down the heat in this dish, omit the jalapeno. Another milder option is to use Anaheim chilis instead of Hatch chilis.
Hotter Options
If you love really spicy food, try replacing the mild Hatch chilis with hot Hatch chilis. For additional heat, try replacing the jalapeno with Serrano chili peppers.
Because this chili soup is made with beans, vegetables and turkey breast, it is low in calories, and very low in Smart Points for those who are following the WW program. A two-cup serving is 1 WW Smart Point. So consider kicking it up with a few slices of avocado and a tablespoon of sour cream. This option comes in at a low point cost of 3 WW Smart Points. This soup makes the perfect lunch or dinner entree as its low calorie count allows you to have something special like pancakes or scones for breakfast or a special dessert in the evening!
Weight Watchers and Waist Watchers……………
A two cup serving is 1 WW Smart Point or 337 Calories.
A two-cup serving with 1 Tablespoon of Sour Cream and 1 Tablespoon of Avocado is 3 WW Smart Points.
Buon Appetito!
PrintTurkey Chili Soup
This hearty spicy soup is loaded with chunks of fire roasted tomato, beans and your favorite ground meat. Boasting big chili flavor and low in calories, this healthy recipe is quick and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 cups 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: Mexican Entree
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 teaspoons Olive Oil
- 2 pounds (32 oz.) Turkey Breast or 2 pounds of your favorite ground meat
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Southwest Seasoning
- 2 cups Onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper, Diced (Optional)
- 1/2 cup Ortega Chilies, diced or Mild Hatch Chilies, diced
- 1 Jalapeño (about 3 Tablespoons), minced
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic, Minced or Pressed or 1 Tablespoon Roasted Garlic
- 2 Tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- Pinch of Dried Oregano
- Pinch Cayenne Pepper
- 1teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 (28 oz) Can Fire Roasted Tomatoes, diced
- 1 (28 oz) Can Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 (15oz) Can Tomato Sauce
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 3 1/2cups Pinto Beans (40 oz can), rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
Garnish With:
- Sour Cream
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Chopped Tomatoes and or Diced Red Onion
- Sliced Avocado
Instructions
- Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large Dutch Oven over medium-low heat and add turkey meat. Season turkey meat with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons Southwest Seasoning and brown meat until cooked through. Remove cooked meat from pan and strain off liquid.
- Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and heat until just shimmering. Add onions and sauté until softened and slightly browned. (Covering the pot will help to cook the onion without the addition of more oil. But keep a watchful eye, so that it doesn’t burn. ) Once the onions have become translucent and begin to brown slightly, add the bell pepper and or Ortega chilies, jalapeño and garlic. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, coriander, oregano and cayenne; cook, stirring constantly for two minutes. If the mixture seems too dry, add a splash of chicken broth to help loosen it up and keep it from burning and sticking to the pan.
- Add the fire roasted tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken stock. Increase heat to medium and add the beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add turkey back to the pot and continue to cook at a simmer uncovered for another 8 minutes. Stir occasionally adding additional water or stock if needed.
- Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon kosher salt) and serve.
- Garnish with condiments as desired.
Notes
Weight Watcher Smart Points- 2 cup serving is 1 point.
There are no additional points for the onion or chopped tomato toppings. But if you choose to add sour cream, avocado or shredded cheese you will need to add the points value for each item.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Cups
