Description
Warm up this fall with our delicious Pumpkin Chili! This cozy and hearty dish combines the rich flavors of pumpkin, savory spices, and your choice of ground meat or beans for a comforting meal that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
2. Add minced garlic and diced bell peppers; cook until soft (around 3 minutes).
3. Push veggies aside and brown the ground turkey or beef until fully cooked (approximately 7 minutes).
4. Stir in diced tomatoes and simmer for about 2 minutes.
5. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.
6. Pour in pumpkin puree and vegetable broth, then add beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes until thickened.
Notes
Top with sour cream or Greek yogurt for added creaminess. Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips for a heartier meal. This chili freezes well—perfect for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pumpkin, chili, fall, comfort food, turkey chili, easy dinner