Description
Creamy pumpkin chicken chili is a delightful autumn dish that combines tender chicken with smooth pumpkin puree and savory spices. This hearty yet light chili is perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners, enveloping you in warmth as the aroma fills your home. With vibrant colors and comforting flavors, it’s a must-try recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Gather all ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced red bell peppers, chili powder, and cumin; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in pumpkin puree and chicken broth; combine well and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in coconut milk and black beans; let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg