A creamy, savory pumpkin chili made with ground turkey, white beans, and warming spices. Perfect for fall and winter comfort food.

Scale

1 lb ground turkey

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 red bell pepper, diced

2 carrots, diced

2 cans white beans, drained

1 can pumpkin puree

2 cups chicken broth

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

½ cup heavy cream or coconut milk

Parsley or cilantro, for garnish

1. Cook turkey in olive oil until browned.

2. Add onion, garlic, peppers, and carrots. Cook until softened.

3. Stir in spices and cook 1 minute.

4. Mix in pumpkin puree, beans, and broth. Bring to boil, then simmer 20–25 minutes.

5. Stir in cream or coconut milk. Adjust seasoning.

6. Garnish and serve hot.

Use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.

For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk.

Add jalapeños or cayenne for spice.

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