15-Minute Turkey and Bean Chili for Seven
A quick, hearty chili featuring lean ground turkey, black beans, and kidney beans in a warm, spiced tomato broth. Scaled to yield 7 servings and topped with cool Greek yogurt for an extra high-protein finish.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
7 servings
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Made by Jen + Lila
Jen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
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Mash a handful of beans against the side of the pot with a spoon to naturally thicken the large batch without extra simmer time.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat olive oil in a large heavy…
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Heat olive oil in a large heavy…
Heat olive oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat at 375°F (190°C).
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Add lean ground turkey to the pot…
Add lean ground turkey to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until fully browned with no pink remaining.
Look for: fully browned with no pink remaining
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Add minced garlic cloves and chopped red…
Add minced garlic cloves and chopped red bell peppers, sauteing for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly tender.
Look for: fragrant and slightly tender
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Stir in black beans
Stir in black beans, kidney beans, canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, and ground cumin until thoroughly combined.
Look for: thoroughly combined
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Cover
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer gently for 8 minutes until the chili thickens slightly and colors blend.
Look for: the chili thickens slightly and colors blend
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Divide into 7 equal serving bowls
Divide into 7 equal serving bowls, top each with a portion of non-fat Greek yogurt, and serve warm. Store leftovers in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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