Fuel your next adventure with this hearty, homemade backpacking turkey vegetable chili, made from scratch and dehydrated for the trail. Lean ground turkey, beans, and a medley of vegetables are simmered together with bold spices, then carefully dried to lock in flavor while shedding weight and bulk.
The result is a lightweight, shelf-stable meal that rehydrates beautifully with hot water, delivering a warm, satisfying bowl of chili wherever your journey takes you. It’s comfort food designed for the outdoors — nutritious, packable, and far more delicious than anything in a pouch.
How To Pick Turkey
To pick ground turkey for this recipe, select a lean 90/10 or 95/5 lean-to-fat ratio. Choose packages with a vibrant pink-red color, no excess liquid, and the furthest expiration date.
Ingredient Swaps
You can swap turkey with lean ground beef.
Nutrition Information
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