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Hearty Turkey Pumpkin Chili with Black Beans

Simple, nutritious, hearty turkey pumpkin chili is made with ground turkey, canned pumpkin, and black beans. It’s a quick-cooking chili that’s seasoned with warm spices like cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon – healthy comfort food perfect for a cold day!

Pumpkin chili topped with diced avocado and sour cream.

If you’re looking for a healthy, filling, and flavorful meal for a cold winter night, this Turkey Pumpkin Chili recipe is perfect! It’s so easy to make with ground turkey, veggies, beans and pumpkin for a protein-rich, nourishing dinner that tastes amazing.

We always enjoy this on Halloween. I make it either the night before or the morning/afternoon of, and then put the entire pot in the fridge until dinner. When we all come back from a chilly evening of trick-or-treating, I just pop the whole thing on the stove and heat it up.

It’s quick, comforting, clean, & delicious! Plus, my whole family will eat it and there is always plenty to share, if we pick up some friends along the way.

Chili made with pumpkin, ground turkey and black beans.

Ingredients needed

This turkey pumpkin chili recipe is made with simple, wholesome ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen and pantry. Here’s the lineup:

How to make this recipe

This pumpkin chili recipe is incredibly flavorful and super easy to make! Here’s the simple process:

For the full, printable recipe, reference the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Tips for recipe success

Even though this recipe is really quite simple, here are a few tips for the best results.

Customize this recipe

This pumpkin chili is delicious as-is, but you can mix up the flavorings and customize the recipe to your taste. Here are some ideas:

Frequently asked questions

What is turkey chili made of?

Turkey chili is typically made with ground turkey, veggies, beans, tomatoes and plenty of spices. This particular recipe is extra special with the addition of pumpkin, which adds a subtle sweetness and lovely creaminess to the recipe.

Is chili healthy to eat?

It really depends on the specific recipe. This ground turkey chili is very nutritious – it’s packed with protein, fiber, iron, and other vitamins and minerals. However, it is a good idea to not add too many high-fat toppings like sour cream and cheddar cheese.

What goes good with turkey chili?

Cornbread is the classic side dish for chili, but it’s also great with tortilla chips or crackers. And don’t forget the toppings! Some favorite options are: avocado, guacamole, cotjia cheese, cheddar cheese, cilantro, green onion, red onion, jalapeño slices, sour cream and/or Greek yogurt.

Storage recommendations

Turkey Pumpkin Chili served with avocado and tortilla chips.

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Pumpkin chili topped with diced avocado and sour cream.
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Hearty Turkey Pumpkin Chili with Black Beans

Simple, nutritious, hearty turkey pumpkin chili is made with ground turkey, canned pumpkin, and black beans. It's a quick-cooking chili that's seasoned with warm spices like cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon – healthy comfort food perfect for a cold day! 
Course: soup + stew + chili
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Author: Dani Spies
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 259kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb. lean ground turkey
  • 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 15 ounce can pumpkin puree
  • 3 cups low sodium organic chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 15 ounce can of black beans
  • pinch Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over a medium high heat and add in olive oil, onion, bell pepper, carrots, and garlic. Season everything with salt and pepper and sauté for 6-8 minutes or until the veggies are beginning to become tender.
    Cooking diced veggies in a pot.
  • Add in ground turkey and break it up with your spatula. You want to cook the turkey until it is opaque.
    Browning ground turkey in a large pot.
  • Add in chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, along with one more pinch of salt and some black pepper. Next add in the pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Give it all a stir, turn the heat up to high and let it come to a boil.
    Adding diced tomatoes and pumpkin puree to a large pot.
  • Once boiling, add in the black beans, reduce the heat, and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
    Simmering chili in a large pot.

Notes

  • Storing: Place any leftovers in an airtight container and store it in the fridge. It will last about 4 to 5 days, making it great for meal prep. If you plan to keep it longer than that, this chili freezes well.
  • Freezing: To freeze the chili, place it in freezer-safe containers or resealable gallon-sized freezer bags. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat it on medium heat on the stovetop. You can also reheat it for about 2 minutes in the microwave.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.25cup | Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 505mg | Potassium: 1020mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 15891IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 5mg

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