Description
Pumpkin Chili with Turkey Beans is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines lean ground turkey with sweet pumpkin and a medley of colorful beans, creating a delicious balance of flavors. Richly spiced and visually appealing, it’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. Each bowl is a warm hug, making it an ideal choice for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced onions and bell peppers; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground turkey to the pot; cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, kidney beans, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Bring mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg