Recipe of the Month

Turkey Pumpkin Chili

Recipe provided by Kim F. "There's nothing better than a bowl full of chili on a cold day! This turkey pumpkin chili is flavorful and loaded with protein & fiber."

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 pasilla chili pepper, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb. ground turkey (chicken or extra lean ground beef work too)
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• 4 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. paprika
• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. coriander
• 1 tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. freshly ground pepper
• ½ tsp. oregano
• ⅔ c. pumpkin puree
• ½ c. tomato sauce
• 3 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 (14.5 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes (I used fire roasted)
• 4 c. low-sodium chicken stock or vegetable broth
• 1 (15 oz.) can great northern beans
• 1 (15 oz.) can black beans
• ½ (15 oz.) can dark red kidney beans

Directions

1. In a large pot set over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the peppers and onion. Cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add the ground turkey and cook for 4-5 minutes, then add the garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir and cook for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
3. Add the pumpkin puree, tomato sauce, tomato paste and diced tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sauce from burning.
4. Pour in the chicken stock, then add the beans. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and allow to cook for 1 hour.
5. Remove from heat and serve as-is or with desired toppings.

For more information, view this recipe here: https://lifemadesimplebakes.com/turkey-pumpkin-chili/