Description
Warm, hearty, and full of cozy flavor, this Turkey Pumpkin Chili is the perfect one-pot fall dinner. Made with lean turkey, beans, pumpkin purée, and warm spices, it’s a 30-minute weeknight win. Naturally gluten-free, budget-friendly, and freezer-ready.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ 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 (not pie filling)
- 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
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Garnishes:
- Shredded cheese
- Diced avocado
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Fresh cilantro
- Toasted pepitas
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and ground turkey. Cook for 5 more minutes, breaking up the meat as it browns.
- Add green bell pepper, diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, both beans, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, cayenne (if using), and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let cook uncovered for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with desired garnishes like cheese, avocado, or pepitas.
Notes
To make it vegetarian, skip the turkey and use lentils or an extra can of beans. Freeze leftovers up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight and warm on the stove. Add corn, sweet potatoes, or a dash of cinnamon or cocoa for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 45mg