Description
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings. This flavorful chili combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with savory spices, creating a delightful meal that’s easy to prepare. Just toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it do all the work while you enjoy cozy moments at home. Ideal for gatherings or a warm family dinner, this recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (red or yellow)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked meat to the slow cooker, adding pumpkin puree, black beans, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and broth.
- Stir until well combined and vibrant.
- Set the slow cooker on low heat for 6-8 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sauté onions with garlic before adding them to the slow cooker. Feel free to substitute pumpkin with sweet potatoes or use different beans for variety. Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips for a delightful meal.