Description
This Creamy White Bean Pumpkin Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish combining the warmth of chili spices with the smooth richness of pumpkin puree. Ground turkey and cannellini beans provide protein and texture, while chipotle peppers add a smoky kick. Finished with a splash of heavy cream for luscious creaminess, this comforting chili makes a perfect meal for cool evenings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small white onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 2 (15 oz each) cans cannellini beans, drained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Heat oil and sauté vegetables: Add olive oil to a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and carrots, cooking until softened for 3 to 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Add spices and cook turkey: Stir in chili powder, cumin, ground cinnamon, and dried sage to the vegetable mixture. Add the ground turkey, season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, and cook until it is no longer pink, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks.
- Incorporate remaining ingredients and simmer: Add finely chopped chipotle peppers, pumpkin puree, drained cannellini beans, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Partially cover the pot and cook for 25 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Finish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Stir in the heavy whipping cream to add creaminess just before serving. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy white bean pumpkin chili.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt content if preferred.
- Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef if desired.
- For a vegetarian version, replace ground turkey with lentils or textured vegetable protein and use vegetable broth.
- If heavy cream is unavailable, use half-and-half or coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control spice level according to your taste.
- This chili can be made ahead and reheated; it often tastes even better the next day.
- Serve with toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
