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Description
A hearty and flavorful chili made with pumpkin, beans, and warm spices. This recipe is perfect for a comforting fall meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey or beef (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- If using meat, add ground turkey or beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add pumpkin puree, kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, and broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and reheats well.
- For a thicker chili, simmer uncovered for the last 10-15 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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