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Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili

Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili: Your Cozy Fall Delight

This Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili blends turkey and pumpkin for a warming comfort food perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or lentils.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can swap with squash puree or sweet potatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil or butter.
  • 1 medium Diced Onion
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is preferred but powdered is okay.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow bell pepper.
  • 2 medium Carrots Can swap for parsnips or omit.
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used.
  • 1 can White Beans Can substitute with black beans or omit.
For the Spices
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon
For Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or Coconut Milk Can substitute with milk or omit.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili
  1. Heat olive oil in a sturdy pot over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  2. Incorporate diced onion, minced garlic, chopped red bell pepper, and diced carrots. Sauté for 5-6 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in the spices: chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cinnamon. Toast for about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree and drained white beans, then add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat and let the chili simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk, mix well, and warm for a couple of minutes.
  8. Ladle the chili into bowls and serve warm with toppings such as fresh parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or corn muffins for a complete meal. Enjoy the heartwarming flavors of fall!

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