Description
Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili is a cozy, soul-warming dish that combines lean ground turkey with the sweet richness of pumpkin. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make chili is infused with savory spices and a luxurious creamy texture. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, each bowl is sure to delight your family and friends. Serve it alongside crusty bread or cornbread for a complete comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the ground turkey until no longer pink.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and paprika; let sizzle for one minute.
- Mix in pumpkin puree and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate black beans and corn; cook on low heat for another ten minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey with shredded chicken for variety. Experiment with spices like smoked paprika or add bell peppers for extra flavor. For a thicker chili, reduce the amount of broth.