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Close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with rich, thick Hearty Pumpkin Chili Recipe, featuring ground meat and kidney beans.

Hearty Pumpkin Chili


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 50 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A warm and filling chili recipe perfect for a cool day.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground turkey or beef
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and ground meat. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree, kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes (with liquid), broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper if using.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Longer cooking deepens the flavor.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to your liking before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
  • This chili freezes well for later meals.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 35 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 550
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 12
  • Protein: 25
  • Cholesterol: 60

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