I know to some pumpkin turkey chili may sound a little odd, but surprisingly, it’s really good. If you are worried about it having a strong pumpkin flavor, it does not. It is actually very pleasant. This is a great way to make good use of those fresh pumpkins this time of year. You can also use canned pumpkin if you prefer. The recipe itself is very basic; you can add additional spices such as cumin if you choose. It would also be a good idea to adjust the amount of chili powder to your liking; some people might like a little more seasoning. You can add beans if you like, I added a can of kidney beans and a can of black beans into the mix.
Cooking Instructions:
Pumpkin Chili Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup onion (chopped)
- ½ cup green bell pepper (chopped)
- ½ cup yellow bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1lb ground turkey
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ tablespoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 dash salt
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, green pepper, yellow pepper, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in turkey and cook until evenly browned. Drain and mix in tomatoes and pumpkin puree.
- Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. When ready to serve top each bowl with cheddar cheese and sour cream.
(Makes 6 Servings)
SJ Smith
Friday 2nd of November 2012
Oh yummy! I think I'll use this to make a chili from my left over chicken and some pumpkin cubes. Dinner is solved for tonight! Thankyou!
Dr.Jancy
Saturday 17th of December 2011
i think ill like it. i hav to make it
Megan
Thursday 28th of October 2010
Just made it...very good! I added more chili powder because I like more a kick to my chili.
Kalynskitchen
Friday 15th of October 2010
Oh that does look good!