Description
Discover a satisfying twist on classic chili with our Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili recipe. Learn how to make this hearty and flavorful dish for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 5 lbs (680g) ground beef or leftover Thanksgiving beef
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 15 oz (425g) pumpkin puree
- 5 oz (411g) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth
- 15 oz (425g) navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz (425g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (240ml) fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chili powder
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sugar or honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) plain yogurt
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm up a large pot over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Toss in chopped carrots and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring often. Add the chopped celery and continue to cook, stirring, for another 3 minutes. Then, include the diced onion and cook until they become see-through, about 3 more minutes.
- Brown the beef. Add the ground beef to the pot and mix with the vegetables until it is thoroughly cooked, approximately 8-10 minutes. If you’re using leftover beef, cook just the vegetables for an additional 5 minutes and incorporate the cooked beef with the rest of the ingredients in the following step.
- Combine the mixture. Pour in the pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, drained beans, chicken broth, chopped spinach, thyme, chili powder, and sugar or honey. Bring everything to a boil. Stir in plain yogurt and take the pot off the heat.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Dish out the chili into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
- Try using ground turkey instead of ground beef for a healthier option.
- Experiment with butternut squash puree for a unique flavor twist.
- Enhance your chili with added texture and nutrition by including bell peppers or zucchini.
