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pumpkin chili in bowl with toppings

The Best Pumpkin Chili

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  • Author: Ashlea Carver
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Pumpkin Chili is perfect fall comfort food. All you need to make this pumpkin chili is a few simple ingredients, spices, and pumpkin to make a hearty and delicious meal that will keep you warm and cozy all season long.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1/2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, diced (roughly 1/2 a cup)
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced (roughly 1/2 a cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14.5 oz fire-roasted canned tomatoes
  • 16 oz kidney beans
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 1/2 cups beef or veggie broth
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 2 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a heavy bottomed pot over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the peppers, onions, and garlic and cook for a few minutes until they become fragrant.
  2. Next, add the ground beef, salt, and spices, breaking the beef up as it cooks.
  3. Next, add in the, tomatoes, beans, pumpkin puree and veggie broth. Stir until well combined.
  4. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer the chili for 30-45 minutes and then give it a taste. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  5. Serve with your favorite toppings like red onion, sour cream, and cilantro.