Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili
A hearty and flavorful chili perfect for a chilly evening, combining lean ground turkey with pumpkin puree and white beans for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 15 oz pumpkin puree
- 2 15-oz cans canned cannellini beans rinsed and drained
- 1 14.5-oz can diced tomatoes undrained
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground turkey over medium heat. Drain any excess fat, then add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, pumpkin puree, canned cannellini beans, and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.
- Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
Notes
This chili can be made ahead of time and reheats beautifully. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño with the onion.