Pumpkin Chili: Easy and Hearty Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
Enjoy this easy and hearty pumpkin chili that incorporates a tasty turkey bacon twist, perfect for cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Chili
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and chop.
- In the same pot, add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, and spices.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot, topped with chopped turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper to taste.
- Garnish with sour cream or cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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