Crock Pot Pumpkin Chili
A unique and hearty chili combining pumpkin, beans, and spices, perfect for fall or anytime you crave comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Brown the meat in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then transfer to the Crock Pot.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Combine the sautéed onion and garlic in the Crock Pot with pumpkin puree, both types of beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add the vegetable broth and mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until heated through and flavors melded.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Adjust spice levels to your preference and experiment with toppings like cheese or sour cream.