Description
Pumpkin Chili is a heartwarming dish that combines the sweet creaminess of pumpkin with robust spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe features lean ground turkey and nutritious beans, delivering a symphony of flavors in every spoonful. It’s not just food; it’s a cozy hug in a bowl that will warm your belly and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 lb ground turkey (or beef/plant-based alternative)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans or kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (approximately 7 minutes).
- Mix in pumpkin puree and drained beans; stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gradually add vegetable broth while mixing well, then sprinkle cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on top. Stir to incorporate.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes to meld the flavors. Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg