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Easy Pumpkin Chili

Pumpkin chili is hearty but light and packed with fiber and other nutrients. It's the perfect warm and cozy bowl of fall flavors.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 1.25 cups each
Calories: 431 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Chili
  • 2 cloves garlic $0.16
  • 1 yellow onion $0.28
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil $0.32
  • 1 lb. ground beef $5.35
  • 1 oz. can kidney beans, drained $0.59
  • 1 oz. can black beans, drained $0.55
  • 1 oz. can petite diced tomatoes $0.69
  • 1 oz. can pumpkin puree $1.05
  • 1/2 oz. can tomato paste (5 Tbsp) $0.25
  • 2 cups water $0.00
Chili Seasoning*
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder $0.30
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika $0.05
  • 1 tsp ground cumin $0.05
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder $0.03
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper $0.02
  • 1 tsp salt $0.02

Instructions

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  1. Mince the garlic and dice the onion. Add the garlic, onion, and olive oil to a large pot. Sauté the onion and garlic over medium heat until the onions are tender (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add the ground beef and continue to cook until the beef is browned and cooked through.
  3. Add the kidney beans (drained), black beans (drained), diced tomatoes (with juices), puréed pumpkin, tomato paste, water, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and salt to the pot. Stir to combine.
  4. Place a lid on top of the pot and allow the chili to come up to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Allow the chili to simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. After simmering for 30 minutes, give the chili a taste and add salt if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings (sour cream, cheese, green onion, corn chips, etc.)

Notes

  • *You can use your own store-bought chili seasoning or your favorite mix of chili herbs and spices.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1.25cup Calories 431kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 21g (32%) Sodium 1131mg (47%) Fiber 14g (56%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 61.25 cups each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 431

% Daily Value*

Serving 1.25cup
Calories 431kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 21g 32%
Sodium 1131mg 47%
Fiber 14g 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.