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Hearty One Pot Turkey Pumpkin Chili for Cozy Fall Dinners

A close-up view of a steaming white bowl filled with rich, thick pumpkin chili featuring ground meat, black beans, and tomatoes.
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Make this hearty, high-protein turkey chili with pumpkin puree for an easy, comforting meal. It is perfect for a busy weeknight or meal prep and captures the flavor of the season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies), undrained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
  4. Stir in the rinsed beans, pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes (with liquid), Rotel (with liquid), and chicken broth.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for 1 hour.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, brown the turkey and sauté the vegetables on the stove first, then transfer everything to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  • If you prefer beef, substitute ground beef for the ground turkey.
  • Serve this chili topped with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or chopped cilantro for extra flavor.

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