Black Bean Turkey Pumpkin Chili

20 minutes Prep Time
4 hours Cook Time
10 Servings

This lighter version of chili has lean ground turkey, black beans, and fresh vegetables, along with pumpkin for a unique and nutritious meal. It’s sure to become a favorite slow cooker recipe for your dinner table.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey, or 1½ cups cubed cooked turkey
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can solid-pack pumpkin
  • 2 cans Red Gold Canned Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz

  • OR
  • 1 can Red Gold Canned Whole Peeled Tomatoes 28 oz

  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, can use more if you like spice
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons each cumin and oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step one

In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add turkey, onion, pepper and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Drain well.

Step two

Transfer to slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Cook, covered on low for 4 to 5 hours.

Step three

Option: Top with cubed avocado and thinly sliced green onions