Description
A hearty and flavorful Pumpkin Turkey Chili combining savory ground turkey, pumpkin puree, black beans, and a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy evenings and game days, this chili simmers slowly to develop rich, comforting flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound organic ground turkey
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 ounces)
- 1 can black beans (15 ounces)
- 2 tbsp coconut palm sugar
Toppings (optional)
- Sour cream
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Brown the Turkey: In a large stock pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the turkey from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add chopped onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Add Spices: Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt, coating the vegetables evenly to bloom the spices and enhance flavor.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add black beans, diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, chicken stock, and coconut palm sugar to the pot. Return cooked turkey to the pot and stir to combine.
- Simmer the Chili: Partially cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for at least one hour, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and to meld flavors.
- Season to Taste: Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or spices to punch up the flavor.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and top with sour cream and sliced jalapeños if desired.
Notes
- Bloom your spices while sautéing to intensify the chili’s flavor.
- Use fresh spices as dried spices lose potency after six months; older spices require increasing quantities.
- To double the recipe, double all ingredients except the sugar; use 3 tablespoons of coconut palm sugar for a double batch.
- Longer simmering improves the flavor, making it ideal for slow cooking while enjoying a game or relaxing evening.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
