Name: White Bean Pumpkin Turkey Chili – The Best Fall Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Olive oil spray; 2 lbs 99% lean ground turkey; 1/2 teaspoon olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon chili powder, to taste; 2 bay leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin; 1 teaspoon oregano; 2 (15 oz) cans white northern or navy beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree, or homemade; 1 (4.5 oz) can chopped green chiles; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth (check labels for gluten-free); Kosher salt and pepper, to taste; Chopped cilantro, red onion, or chives for topping; Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for topping (optional)

Description

A perfect fall chili made with pumpkin puree, ground turkey, white beans, green chiles, and spices. Top this with chopped fresh cilantro, scallions, jalapeños, or cheddar and serve it with baked chips on the side for a wonderful lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Olive oil spray
2 lbs 99% lean ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder, to taste
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
2 (15 oz) cans white northern or navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree, or homemade
1 (4.5 oz) can chopped green chiles
2 cups low sodium chicken broth (check labels for gluten-free)
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped cilantro, red onion, or chives for topping
Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for topping (optional)

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Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet over high heat and lightly spray with oil.

2. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up until white, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the crock pot.

3. Add oil to the skillet, then sauté the onions and garlic for about 3–4 minutes. Add cumin and sauté another minute. Transfer to crock pot.

4. Add beans, pumpkin puree, green chiles, broth, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.

5. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

7. Instant Pot Instructions:

8. Press sauté and lightly spray with oil. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up until white, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

9. Add oil to the sauté pan, then onions and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes, then add cumin and sauté for 1 more minute. Return turkey to the pot.

10. Add beans, pumpkin puree, green chiles, broth, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves.

11. Cover and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release.

12. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the chili sit for a few hours before serving to allow the spices to meld. This recipe freezes well and is excellent for meal prep. Garnish with Greek yogurt, cheddar, fresh cilantro, or chives for added flavor and texture.