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Pumpkin Turkey Chili
A hearty and flavorful chili combining turkey and pumpkin for a comforting meal with warm spices.
Ingredients
Oil
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 yellow onion yellow onion (finely diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper (chopped into small pieces)
Meat
- 1 lbs ground turkey
Spices & Seasonings
- 2 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp pepper
Canned Goods
- 14 oz pumpkin puree
- 15 oz black beans
- 15 oz kidney beans
- 28 oz chopped tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken stock
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper for 5 minutes.
- Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in spices, then add pumpkin, beans, tomatoes, and chicken stock. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and serve with toppings of choice.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with cilantro, cheese, or sour cream.