Pumpkin Chili
A cozy and creamy twist on traditional chili, featuring pumpkin for added richness and flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large Onion (yellow or white)
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 can Canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 can Pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
- 1 can Beans (kidney, black, or pinto) Mix for variety
- 1 lb Ground meat or turkey Skip for veggie version
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
- 4 cups Broth (veggie or chicken)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp Oil For cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop your onion and garlic.
- Warm oil in a large pot.
- Add onion and garlic; cook until soft but not browned.
Cooking
- If using, add ground meat and cook until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if desired.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika; toast for 1 minute.
- Add canned tomatoes, beans, and pumpkin; stir to combine.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle bubble.
- Cover partially and simmer for at least 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, adding broth if too thick or letting it simmer uncovered if too thin.
Notes
Can be made vegetarian by using beans instead of meat. To make it vegan, use veggie broth and ensure the chili powder is plant-based. Serve with toppings like avocado, sour cream, or cheese.