Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili
Experience the ultimate autumn comfort with this sophisticated turkey pumpkin chili. This hearty dish perfectly balances savory spices with the earthy sweetness of pumpkin purée. Ground turkey provides a lean protein base, while beans add fiber and texture. A splash of heavy cream at the end creates a luscious, velvety consistency that makes this chili truly stand out. It is a nutritious, crowd-pleasing, and gluten-free meal that is perfect for chilly evenings and comes together in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: High Protein Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper or cayenne
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, rosemary, or sage, chopped
1 15-ounce can unsweetened pumpkin purée
2 15-ounce cans beans (cannellini, navy, or pinto), drained
2 cups chicken broth
Kosher salt to taste
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
Add the garlic, coriander, paprika, cumin, red pepper, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.
Stir in the fresh herbs and pumpkin purée, mixing well to combine.
Add the drained beans and chicken broth; stir to combine and season with salt.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream right before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator; the flavors often improve the next day. This chili is naturally gluten-free. For a lighter version, the heavy cream can be omitted or replaced with coconut milk for a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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