Turkey Corn Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

A hearty, mild chili made with ground turkey, corn, and black beans, simmered to perfection for a family-friendly meal. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground turkey, olive oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz), rinsed black beans
• 1 can (15 oz), drained corn
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb ground turkey and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 can diced tomatoes (with juice), 1 can rinsed black beans, 1 can drained corn, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and chili thickens slightly.
6. Step 6: Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes if needed to reach desired consistency.