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Prediabetes Turkey Chili

by StudioLink's Diet.
June 18, 2025
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@melissacgeraghty

Replying to @reni.____ Here’s a pre diabetic Turkey Chili recipe that’s budget friendly! It lasts a couple of days and most of the ingredients can be affordable! #prediabetes #prediabetesdiet #wellnessjourney #lowcarbdiet #lowcholesterolmeals #healthyeatinghabits #healthychili

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Why This Turkey Chili Is a Blood Sugar-Friendly Meal

Packed with flavor, protein, and fiber without the added sugar or starchy overload. It’s a satisfying and blood sugar-friendly meal that’s perfect for chilly nights or easy weekly meal prep.

Ingredients:

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  •   1 lb ground turkey
  •   1/2 white onion (diced)
  •   3 cloves garlic (minced)
  •   2 tbsp chili powder
  •   1 tbsp ground cumin
  •   2 tsp paprika
  •   1 pinch salt (to taste)
  •   1 pinch pepper (to taste)
  •   1 can diced tomatoes
  •   1 can tomato sauce
  •   1 cup chicken broth
  •   1 can low sodium black beans
  •   1 can low sodium red kidney beans
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Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

For the Chili

  1. Brown the turkey: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened. (Add olive oil if needed.)
  3. Transfer to crockpot: Pour the turkey mixture into a crockpot or slow cooker.
  4. Add spices and tomatoes: Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Then add the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
  5. Add the beans: Mix in the rinsed black beans and kidney beans.
  6. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve: Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or a small dollop of Greek yogurt.

Pro Tips

  • Rinse the beans well: This removes excess sodium and keeps the chili from getting too salty.
  • Brown the turkey thoroughly: A good sear on the meat adds depth of flavor to the finished chili.
  • Let it simmer low and slow: The longer it cooks, the more the flavors meld together.
  • Adjust the spice: Add more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne for extra heat, or dial it back for a milder bowl.
  • Make it a meal: Serve over cauliflower rice or with a side of low-carb cornbread for a complete dinner.
  • Meal-prep friendly: This chili tastes even better the next day and freezes beautifully in individual portions.

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