Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

If you have been to the restaurant Panera Bread then you have most likely tasted their delicious meals and wondered how you can cook them at home.

Well, we have a copy-cat Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe which was inspired by the restaurant and is very easy to make.

This recipe is perfect for a cozy meal, and it’s packed with tasty ingredients like turkey, beans, and veggies.

Why You’ll Love This Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

You will love this Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe because it’s pretty healthy and it tastes amazing.

It’s a great recipe to make for someone who is looking for an after-gym meal since it’s full of protein and has lots of different veggies.

It’s a meal that’s easy to make and perfect for dinner, lunch, or even as a snack.

I have personally made a big batch and had it throughout the week which was very convenient while I was working.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of ground turkey
• 1 can of kidney beans
• 1 can of black beans
• 1 can of corn
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 can of tomato sauce
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
• 2 cups of chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons of chili powder
• 1 tablespoon of cumin
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

Kitchen Equipment

• A big pot
• A cutting board
• A knife
• Measuring spoons
• A can opener
• A spoon or spatula

How to Make This Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

• You need to chop the onion, garlic, and bell peppers into small pieces.
• Put a tablespoon of olive oil in the big pot and heat it over medium heat.
• Add the ground turkey and cook it until it’s brown and use the spoon to break it into smaller pieces.
• Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot.
• Cook everything for about 5 minutes until the veggies are soft.
• Add the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute until it smells really good.
• Pour in the kidney beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
• You can also add some salt and pepper to get the exact taste you want.
• Allow the chili to come to a slow boil then reduce the heat.
• Let it cook for at least 30 minutes so all the flavors mix together.

What pairs well with this Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

This tasty Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe can pair well with many different sides such as cornbread, Ruby Tuesday Broccoli Salad Recipe, or tortilla chips.

When it comes to drinks you can have this recipe with iced tea or a Chilis Coconut Margarita Recipe.

You can also have this meal alone since it’s pretty filling and packed with vegetables and protein.

Tips

• If you want this recipe to be spicier, you can add more chili powder and if you want it to be less spicy just don’t add any chili powder.
• Feel free to experiment using different kinds of beans such as pinto beans or fava beans.
• You can make this recipe even more healthier by adding vegetables like zucchini or carrots.
• Feel free to use chicken or beef if you do not have turkey.
• If you want a vegetarian version of this recipe you can get rid of the turkey and use more beans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a slow cooker?

Of course, feel free to use a slow cooker which will make the recipe taste even nicer. You can cook the turkey and veggies first, then put everything in the slow cooker. You can cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for about 3-4 hours.

How do I make the sauce thicker?

If the sauce is too thin, cook it without a lid to let some liquid evaporate. You can also mash some of the beans which will also make it thicker.

Is this gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is gluten-free, just be sure to check the ingredients you use to be sure that it doesn’t contain any gluten.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed making this tasty Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe.

This recipe tastes amazing and is very easy to cook.

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Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Calories

250

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

Recreate the Panera Bread Turkey Chili Recipe at home. This flavorful chili, filled with turkey, beans, and vegetables, is perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of ground turkey

• 1 can of kidney beans

• 1 can of black beans

• 1 can of corn

• 1 can of diced tomatoes

• 1 can of tomato sauce

• 1 chopped onion

• 2 cloves of garlic

• 1 red bell pepper (chopped)

• 1 green bell pepper (chopped)

• 2 cups of chicken broth

• 2 tablespoons of chili powder

• 1 tablespoon of cumin

• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Olive oil

Directions

• You need to chop the onion, garlic, and bell peppers into small pieces.
• Put a tablespoon of olive oil in the big pot and heat it over medium heat.
• Add the ground turkey and cook it until it’s brown and use the spoon to break it into smaller pieces.
• Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot.
• Cook everything for about 5 minutes until the veggies are soft.
• Add the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute until it smells really good.
• Pour in the kidney beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
• You can also add some salt and pepper to get the exact taste you want.
• Allow the chili to come to a slow boil then reduce the heat.
• Let it cook for at least 30 minutes so all the flavors mix together.

Notes

• If you want this recipe to be spicier, you can add more chili powder and if you want it to be less spicy just don't add any chili powder.
• Feel free to experiment using different kinds of beans such as pinto beans or fava beans.
• You can make this recipe even more healthier by adding vegetables like zucchini or carrots.
• Feel free to use chicken or beef if you do not have turkey.
• If you want a vegetarian version of this recipe you can get rid of the turkey and use more beans.