Description
This hearty and comforting Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili blends lean ground turkey, creamy pumpkin, and two types of white beans with warm spices for a delicious, protein-packed meal. Perfect for fall nights or cozy gatherings, it’s a flavorful twist on traditional chili.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 (15-ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for garnish (optional)
- Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
4. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7–10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
5. Season turkey with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add pumpkin puree, great northern beans, cannellini beans, and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir well.
7. Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Add frozen corn during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
10. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
11. Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with cilantro, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and shredded cheddar cheese, if using.
12. Serve with lime wedges for a bright finish.
Notes
This Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili is freezer-friendly and great for meal prep. Customize the spice level with more or less cayenne pepper. For a dairy-free version, omit cheese and yogurt. A squeeze of lime just before serving brings the flavors to life.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili