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Hearty Pumpkin Chili

A steaming bowl of delicious pumpkin chili with chunks of pumpkin and kidney beans.
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A cozy and flavorful chili recipe where pumpkin purée adds body and a subtle sweetness. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or game day, with options for beef, turkey, or vegetarian protein.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef, turkey, or plant-based crumbles
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin purée
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add ground meat or plant-based crumbles and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  4. Stir in pumpkin purée, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and broth.
  5. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir to combine.
  6. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • This chili freezes well. Let it cool completely, then store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
  • For a gluten-free option, ensure your broth and any other packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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