Description
Pumpkin Chili is a warm and hearty dish that beautifully marries the rich flavors of pumpkin with savory spices and tender meats. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this unique recipe offers a delightful twist with the addition of pumpkin beer. Packed with lean proteins, beans, and vibrant vegetables, each bowl is not only filling but also customizable to suit your preferences. Whether you want it mild or spicy, this Pumpkin Chili is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.3 lbs ground turkey
- 6 oz chicken maple sausage
- 1 sweet onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 orange bell pepper
- 1 can cannellini beans
- 1 can red kidney beans
- 1 can pumpkin purée
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 12 oz pumpkin beer
- Chicken broth
- Chili powder
- Oregano
- Cumin
- Brown sugar
- Cayenne pepper (optional)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the sausages by slicing or removing the casing.
- In a large pot, sauté garlic and onion in olive oil until translucent. Add yellow and orange bell peppers and cook for an additional five minutes.
- Brown the ground turkey and sausage in the same pot for about 10 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine sautéed vegetables with browned meat. Stir in diced tomatoes, pumpkin purée, beans, pumpkin beer, chicken broth, and spices.
- Simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with toppings like cheddar cheese, green onions, and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg