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Hearty Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili with Turkey and Black Beans

Close-up of a steaming white bowl filled with thick, orange-red pumpkin chili containing black beans and chunks of meat or squash.
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Make a satisfying dinner easily using your slow cooker for this pumpkin chili recipe. You get a hearty meal full of flavor that is perfect for chilly evenings with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the ground turkey, chopped onion, and chopped red bell pepper into the basin of your slow cooker.
  2. Add the minced garlic, pumpkin puree, crushed tomatoes, rinsed beans, and chicken broth to the slow cooker.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper, if using. Mix all ingredients until well combined.
  4. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
  6. Before serving, stir the chili well. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Serve this cozy fall favorite hot.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can brown the ground turkey in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
  • Top your bowl with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or fresh cilantro for added texture.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prep; leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to four days.

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Find it online: https://gourmetgaze.com/easy-pumpkin-chili-recipe/