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    Home » Dinners » Turkey Pumpkin Chili

    Turkey Pumpkin Chili

    Published: Aug 5, 2022 · Modified: Aug 5, 2022 by Kate · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Ready in just 55 minutes, this turkey pumpkin chili recipe is a hearty dinner that's packed with flavor. This chili is rich and flavorful and is sure to please!

    A bowl of turkey pumpkin chili topped with sliced avocado jalapeno and green onion.

    Turkey pumpkin chili is a delicious dinner that's perfect for fall. This flavorful chili is made in under an hour.

    This hearty chili is full of good-for-you ingredients like pumpkin, beans, and vegetables. It's also made with plenty of warm spices for a tasty, filling meal.

    What you'll need to make turkey pumpkin chili

    Ingredients for turkey pumpkin chili in dishes.
    • Olive oil
    • Onion: White or yellow onion works well.
    • Green pepper: Feel free to use another color of bell pepper if you prefer.
    • Jalapeño: Be careful when handling the jalapeño and consider wearing gloves. Deseeding the jalapeño will cut down on the heat.
    • Garlic
    • Turkey: I like to use 93% lean ground turkey.
    • Chili powder: Adjust to taste.
    • Cumin
    • Smoked paprika
    • Dried oregano
    • Cinnamon
    • Salt
    • Cayenne pepper: Omit or increase to taste.
    • Diced tomatoes: For more heat, use diced tomatoes with green chiles.
    • Pumpkin purée: Be sure to get pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling.
    • Chicken broth: I recommend reduced-sodium broth to better control how salty the chili turns out.
    • Kidney beans: Feel free to use all kidney or all black beans if you prefer.
    • Black beans

    How to make turkey pumpkin chili

    Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the oil.

    Diced onion cooking in a saucepot.

    Step 2: Add the onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly, or until softened.

    Green pepper and onion in an saucepot.

    Step 3: Stir in the bell pepper and jalapeño and continue to cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring regularly.

    Step 4: Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring the entire time.

    Ground turkey cooking with vegetables in a saucepot.

    Step 5: Add in the turkey and cook until browned.

    Pumpkin chili in a saucepot.

    Step 6: Stir in all of the spices, diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

    Black beans and kidney beans sitting on top of turkey chili in a pot.

    Step 7: Add in the kidney and black beans.

    Step 8: Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until thickened.

    A bowl of turkey pumpkin chili next to silver spoons.

    Pumpkin chili topping ideas

    Serve the chili with toppings like sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, green onion, sliced avocado, guacamole, cilantro, and tortilla strips.

    Side suggestions

    Pumpkin chili goes well with sides like cornbread or cornbread muffins, or try the chili with something a little different like pumpkin crescent rolls or cinnamon rolls.

    Three bowls of turkey pumpkin chili next to each other.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I freeze this chili?

    You can! Just cook the chili as-directed. Let the chili cool to room temperature before adding to a freezer-safe container and freezing.

    Can I make the chili milder?

    Absolutely! Omit the cayenne pepper and decrease the chili powder to make the chili milder.

    Can I make the chili spicier?

    You can! Increase the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper. You can also use diced chiles with green chiles or add a can of hot green chiles with the diced tomatoes.

    A bowl of pumpkin turkey chili surrounded by dishes of jalapeno and green onion.

    Storage

    Store any leftover turkey chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The chili will keep for up to 4 days when properly stored in the fridge.

    More chili recipes!

    • Slow Cooker Chili Recipe
    • Frito Chili Pie
    • Barbecue Chili Recipe
    • Three Bean Chili

    If you’ve tried this turkey chili recipe, don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave me a comment below. I love to hear from people who've made my recipes!

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    A bowl of turkey pumpkin chili topped with sliced avocado jalapeno and green onion.

    Turkey Pumpkin Chili

    Turkey pumpkin chili is a flavorful chili that's ready in just under an hour. This hearty chili is full of good-for-you ingredients like pumpkin, beans, and vegetables.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 341kcal
    Author: Kate @ I Heart Eating

    Equipment

    • Large pot

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 cup diced white or yellow onion
    • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
    • 1 jalapeño deseeded and minced
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 pound lean ground turkey
    • 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • Pinch of cayenne pepper
    • 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
    • 15 ounce can pumpkin puree
    • 1 ½ cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
    • 15 ounce can kidney beans drained and rinsed
    • 15 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed

    Instructions

    • Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the oil.
    • Add the onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly, or until softened.
    • Stir in the bell pepper and jalapeño and continue to cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring regularly.
    • Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring the entire time.
    • Add in the turkey and cook until browned.
    • Stir in all of the spices, diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
    • Add in the kidney and black beans.
    • Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until thickened.
    • Serve with toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, green onion, and diced avocado.

    Notes

    • Onion: White or yellow onion works well.
    • Green pepper: Feel free to use another color of bell pepper if you prefer.
    • Jalapeño: Be careful when handling the jalapeño and consider wearing gloves. Deseeding the jalapeño will cut down on the heat.
    • Turkey: I like to use 93% lean ground turkey.
    • Chili powder: Adjust to taste.
    • Cayenne pepper: Omit or increase to taste.
    • Pumpkin purée: Be sure to get pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling.
    • Nutrition values are estimates. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 1072mg | Potassium: 1008mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 12053IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 6mg
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