Panera Turkey Chili Recipe - caramel and cashews (2024)

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I am obsessed with Panera Bread's soups! This Panera-inspired turkey chili recipe is a copycat of the original. Now you can make your favorite Panera chili right at home!

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Panera is a great option for a healthy lunch. They have everything from mac and cheese to salads to hibiscus tea and of course soups! There soups are by far my favorite thing to order at Panera. If you love their Autumn Squash Soup then check out this butternut squash soup recipe!

Unfortunately our Panera is all the way on the other end of a very busy and traffic laden road. So in order to get my panera chili fix this winter I've decided to just make my own!

Panera Turkey Chili Ingredients

There are a lot of ingredients but keep in mind that many of them are spices and cans of beans/tomatoes.

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  • Olive oil - To sauté the onions, carrots, and garlic in. You can use another neutral flavored oil here if you have something else on hand. Avocado oil, vegetable, or canola oil will all work just fine.
  • Carrots & onions
  • Garlic
  • Ground turkey - You can purchase lean ground turkey if you prefer but it will taste a bit dry since it has very little fat in it. I always buy 85% lean.
  • Diced tomatoes & green chiles
  • Kidney beans, chickpeas, corn, & edamame
  • Chicken stock - Chicken stock gives soup and chili an instant boost of flavor. You could also use beef or vegetable stock if you prefer. Each will vary in flavor slightly.
  • Chipotles in adobo - In my experience, Panera's turkey chili has a slight amount of heat to it. One minced chipotle seems to do the trick but if you prefer more heat you can add two.
  • Spices - Onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and salt season the soup nicely.
  • Tomato paste - Tomato paste thickens the soup and adds concentrated tomato flavor to the soup.
  • Cornstarch - Just a small amount to help thicken up the chili. If you prefer to leave this out for any reason you can.
  • Lime

How to Make It

This Panera turkey chili recipe really is simple to make! Here's how:

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Sauté the Veggies & Garlic

On medium heat sauté the carrots and onion then add the garlic. Sauté 30 seconds more.

Add the Ground Turkey & Spices

Add the ground turkey and spices to the veggies. Turn the heat to medium high and cook the meat until brown and almost cooked through.

Add Tomatoes, Green Chiles, Beans, & Edamame

Add the tomatoes, green chiles, corn, shelled edamame, and garbanzo beans. Stir well.

Add Stock & Minced Chipotles

Pour in the chicken stock and minced chipotles. Stir and then bring to a simmer.

Simmer & Simmer More

Turn the heat to medium low and let simmer for 30 minutes. Add the tomato paste, lime juice, remaining salt, and corn starch. Stir again then let simmer for 15 more minutes.

Add Toppings & Enjoy!

Let cool enough to eat then serve. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and crushed chips or crackers.

Tips & Substitutions

  • Don't skip the simmer! This is what really brings all the flavors together and makes it delicious.
  • If you're like my mom and even a little bit of heat is too much heat then leave out the chipotles.
  • If you prefer ground beef in chili by all means use beef! Ground beef may let out more grease when it cooks. You can drain some of it if you need to.
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Chili Toppings

I like to top my Panera Turkey Chili with the toppings I mentioned above but you can add whatever you like! Here are some options:

  • Sour cream (or Greek yogurt!)
  • Sliced avocado
  • Shredded cheese
  • Siracha
  • Crumbled bacon (or bacon bits)
  • Sliced red onion
  • Pickled red onions (or shallots!)
  • Sliced green onions
  • Pickled jalapenos
  • Torn cilantro
  • Tortilla chips

Toppings really take chili up a notch which is another great benefit to making it at home!

Other Soups & Chili Recipes You Might Love

  • Easy Homestyle Chili
  • Spicy Turkey Chili Recipe
  • Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

Sides to Serve with Chili

  • Almond Flour Cornbread [With Cornmeal]
  • Easy Candied Brussels Sprouts
  • Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies (For dessert of course!!)
  • Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Panera Turkey Chili Recipe Copycat

Carolyn

I am obsessed with Panera Bread's soups! This Panera-inspired turkey chili recipe is a copycat of the original. Now you can make your favorite Panera chili right at home!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings 8 servings

Calories 225 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large pot

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 sweet onion, small diced
  • 2 large carrots, small diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1.5 pounds ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 14.5 oz cans of diced tomatoes
  • cup green chiles
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
  • 1 16 oz. can light red kidney beans, drained
  • 1 16 oz. can garbanzo beans, drained
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 4 cups chicken or beef stock
  • 1 chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • ½ lime
  • 1 tbsp corn starch

Instructions

  • In a large dutch oven or pot on medium heat add the olive oil. Sauté the carrots and onions for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

  • Add the ground turkey, cumin powder, chili powder, onion powder, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Turn the heat to medium high and use a spatula to break up the meat and stir it occasionally. Cook until the turkey is brown and mostly cooked through.

  • Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies, corn, kidney beans, shelled edamame, and garbanzo beans. Stir well.

  • Add 4 cups of stock and the minced chipotles. Stir well until everything is mixed together.

  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Stir in the tomato paste, lime juice, ¼ t. kosher salt, and cornstarch.

  • Simmer for 15 more minutes. Enjoy with shredded cheese, sour cream, and crackers or chips on top!

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 27gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 575mgPotassium: 715mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2913IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg

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FAQs

Is Panera turkey chili healthy? ›

Soups. The Ten Vegetable Soup and Turkey Chili are the healthiest of the bunch, with less saturated fat and more veggies than others. If you want a more decadent soup, ordering a cup instead of a bowl will make it a healthier choice.

Does Panera have chilli? ›

Our chili is available every day of the week during the season.

Is the turkey chili at Panera GF? ›

The Turkey Chili at Panera Bread does not contain any gluten ingredients, but it is not certified gluten-free.

How many carbs are in panera turkey chili? ›

Panera Bread Turkey Chili With Beans (1 container) contains 29g total carbs, 18g net carbs, 11g fat, 22g protein, and 300 calories.

What is the most unhealthy food at Panera? ›

10 Unhealthiest Panera Menu Items, According to Dietitians
  • Vanilla Cinnamon Roll.
  • Frozen Caramel Cold Brew.
  • Chipotle Chicken & Bacon Flatbread.
  • Mac & Cheese Bread Bowl.
  • Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, & Cheese on an Asiago Bagel.
  • Brownie.
  • Bacon Turkey Bravo Sandwich.
  • Pepperoni Flatbread Pizza.
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Is turkey chili better for you than beef? ›

Turkey is generally lower in saturated fat than beef. As such, it may be a better choice for heart health. Fat-free turkey is also the lowest calorie option if you're interested in weight loss. However, if your main goal is flavor, ground beef may outshine turkey in some dishes.

Does Panera count as fast food? ›

Is Panera Bread exempted from the law? The law states the definition of fast food restaurant does not include those that operate a bakery that produces bread and sells it as a stand-alone menu item, as of September of 2023.

What sandwich did Panera get rid of? ›

Black Forest Ham & Gouda Melt – Toasted Baguette. Pepperoni Mozzarella Melt – Toasted Baguette. Chicken & Pepperoni Mozzarella Melt – Stacked Toasted Baguette. Chicken Green Goddess Caprese Melt – Stacked Toasted Baguette.

Why is Panera getting rid of menu items? ›

'The transformed menu will help streamline operations for bakery-cafe teams, ensuring they can continue to deliver delicious food more easily and always wrapped in Panera warmth. ' Panera Bread products that were axed from the menu include the turkey chili, green passion smoothie and the pepperoni mozzarella melt.

What is in Panera Baja Bowl? ›

Baja Bowl. Cilantro lime brown rice and quinoa, black bean and corn salsa, salsa verde, grape tomatoes, fresh avocado, feta and Greek yogurt.

Is Panera good for celiac? ›

As long as you don't have celiac disease, a heightened gluten sensitivity or a wheat allergy (in which case you should check with your doctor), we've got some great Panera menu options that are made with ingredients that do not contain gluten, and could be just what you're looking for.

Does Panera make sourdough bread? ›

Panera's Sourdough Loaf Is A Far Cry From Classic

In addition to wheat and malted barley flour, the sourdough starter contains folic acid. The loaf is also made with the artificial "dough improvers" microcrystalline cellulose, ascorbic acid, and corn starch.

Does Panera turkey chili have beans? ›

Turkey Chili - Group. A hearty blend of dark-meat turkey raised without antibiotics and chickpeas and kidney beans slow cooked in an ancho and pasilla stock with tomatillos, tomatoes, edamame, carrots, cilantro, cumin and lime.

Does turkey chili have a lot of carbs? ›

Turkey Chili With Beans (1 cup) contains 19.3g total carbs, 13.7g net carbs, 7.5g fat, 19.4g protein, and 218 calories.

How many carbs should you have each day? ›

How many carbohydrates do you need? The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that carbohydrates make up 45% to 65% of total daily calories. So if you get 2,000 calories a day, between 900 and 1,300 calories should be from carbohydrates. That translates to between 225 and 325 grams of carbs a day.

What is the healthiest food option at Panera? ›

A main course salad from the Panera menu is a great option when you want a healthier meal. One of the most nutritious options is the Mediterranean Bowl with Chicken made with a variety of greens, quinoa, cucumbers, hummus, olives, and feta with a creamy dressing.

Is turkey chili bad for cholesterol? ›

Make Chili With Ground Turkey

But lean ground turkey — which usually contains 7 percent fat, compared with the 20 percent fat content of 80 percent lean ground beef — is a cinch to disguise. The lower the saturated fat, the less detrimental it is to your cholesterol level.

Are turkey sandwiches good for you? ›

If you're looking for the healthiest lunch meat option, choose the leanest cuts of deli meat possible, such as turkey, chicken breast, lean ham or roast beef. “These types of deli meat have the least amount of fat and provide a better nutrient value compared to others,” Zumpano says.

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