This turkey pumpkin chili recipe has all the flavors of chili that you love. Pumpkin gives it a thicker texture, while turkey makes the recipe a little bit healthier. Plus it's made in the crockpot, so it's very easy.
1medium green bell peppercored, seeded and chopped
2jalapeñosseeded and finely chopped
2clovesgarlicfinely chopped
1pound(454g)ground turkey
14.5ounce(411g)can diced tomatoeswith the liquid
15ounce(425g)can pumpkin puréenot pumpkin pie filling
15ounce(425g)can kidney beansrinsed and drained
1 ½cup(355ml)water
1tablespoonchili powder
2teaspoonground cumin
½teaspoonsalt
Ground black pepperto taste
Instructions
In a small saucepan, cook the ground turkey halfway through, just enough so you can break it into smaller pieces.
Then add the turkey and all the other ingredients into the insert of a 6 quart crockpot. Stir or whisk everything together until the pumpkin puree has been dissolved or broken up.
Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
Serve warm and top with whatever toppings you like (cheese, sour cream, green onions, etc.)
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.