Description
Embodying the spirit of autumn, this Easy Turkey Pumpkin Chili combines the rich flavors of ground turkey, canned pumpkin, and spices for a cozy meal celebrating Pumpkin Main Dish Recipes. Perfect for Pumpkin Dinners and Fall Potluck Recipes, it’s a delightful and nutritious option for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 (14 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 1 (14 oz) can white (cannellini) beans, drained
- 1 (14 oz) can red kidney beans, drained
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Garnish: Mexican cheese blend, cilantro, sour cream/Greek yogurt, avocado (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking apart with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in chopped bell pepper and cook until softened.
- Add diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, white beans, and red kidney beans; stir to combine.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Serve with garnishes of your choice and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust the heat to taste by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Consider adding zucchini or corn for extra texture.
- Make the chili a day in advance to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Easy Turkey Pumpkin Chili, autumn recipes, cozy meals, fall dishes