Description
This Pumpkin Chili Magic is a hearty, comforting chili that blends rich pumpkin puree with savory spices, beans, and ground meat (or plant-based substitute) for a delicious fall twist on a classic favorite. Cozy up with a bowl of this flavorful magic any chilly day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey (or plant-based ground)
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics and meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up.
- Add spices and pumpkin: Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add pumpkin puree, stirring to combine.
- Add beans and tomatoes: Pour in kidney beans, black beans, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir everything together.
- Simmer: Bring chili to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Ladle chili into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or cilantro.
Notes
Pumpkin adds moisture and subtle sweetness, balancing chili heat perfectly. For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and add extra beans or vegetables. Leftovers taste even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup, Chili, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: pumpkin chili, fall chili recipe, pumpkin dinner, cozy chili, hearty pumpkin recipe