Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili Recipes

PUMPKIN TURKEY CHILI

Steps:

• Liberally coat a large pot or Dutch oven with oil spray and warm over medium-high heat.
• Add the onion and bell pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes, or until the onion softens.
• Add the garlic, stir everything together, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
• Add the ground turkey or chicken. Use a spatula or large spoon to break up the meat as it cooks. Continue to cook about 6 to 7 minutes, until fully cooked.
• Add the beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, pumpkin puree, broth, chili powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon (or pumpkin pie spice), cumin, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper, and stir.
• Reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Right before serving, add the spinach and mix throughout.
• Enjoy the chili with desired toppings, such as avocado, nonfat plain Greek yogurt, cilantro, and salsa.

TURKEY PUMPKIN WHITE BEAN CHILI

Steps:

• Place a large stock-pot or 4 or 5 quart Dutch Oven over medium-high heat and heat the olive oil. Add the onion and carrots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Add the garlic and spices and toss to coat, cook an additional 1 minute.
• Push the vegetables to the side and add the ground turkey using a wooden spoon to break apart. As the meat browns break it into small pieces and cook until no longer pink, about 8 to 10 minutes.
• Mix in the thyme, salt, pumpkin puree, cannelini beans, and chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, and slightly cover the pot with the lid and cook for 25 minutes.
• Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the heavy cream.