Description
Crockpot Pumpkin Chili is a cozy and flavorful dish that brings the warmth of autumn to your table. This comforting chili combines tender beans, juicy tomatoes, and creamy pumpkin, creating a delightful harmony of spices that will satisfy your cravings. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or simply a quiet night in, this dish is both easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease and transfer to the crockpot.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (about 3 minutes), then add them to the crockpot.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, beans, diced tomatoes with juices, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Taste halfway through cooking and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Serve hot with toppings like sour cream or shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg