Turkey White Bean Pumpkin Chili
Experience the essence of autumn with this delightful chili featuring pumpkin puree, ground turkey, white beans, and zesty green chilies, all harmoniously seasoned with spices. Enhance your bowl with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, sliced scallions, jalapeños, or a touch of cheddar cheese. Pair it with crispy baked chips on the side for a satisfying lunch or dinner that warms the soul.
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Ingredients
- olive oil spray
- 1 small onion
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 1/2 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 15 oz cans white northern or navy beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 oz can pumpkin puree
- 4.5 oz can chopped green chile
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
- chopped cilantro
- Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for topping
- 2 lbs 99% lean ground turkey
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
Instructions
- 1
Begin by warming a large skillet on high heat, then give it a light spritz of cooking oil.
- 2
Introduce the ground turkey to the skillet and cook it while breaking it apart until it turns white, which should take around 5 minutes. Once done, transfer the meat to the slow cooker.
- 3
In the same skillet, pour in some oil, followed by the diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, then sprinkle in the cumin and cook for an additional minute. Move this mixture to the slow cooker as well.
- 4
Into the crock pot, stir in the white beans, pumpkin puree, green chilis, broth, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves. Cover the pot and set it to cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
- 5
Before serving, take out the bay leaves and taste the chili, adjusting the seasoning as needed. Enjoy your meal!
- 6
Select the sauté function and lightly coat the pan with oil. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart until it turns white, which should take about 5 minutes. Once cooked, set it aside.
- 7
Add some oil to the sauté pan, followed by the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for around 3 to 4 minutes, then add the cumin and continue to sauté for another minute. Return the cooked turkey to the pot.
- 8
Stir in the white beans, pumpkin puree, green chilis, broth, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves.
- 9
Secure the lid and cook under high pressure for 25 minutes, then allow for a natural release of pressure.
- 10
Remove the bay leaves and taste the chili, adjusting the seasoning as necessary before serving. Enjoy!