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Amazing Slow Cooker Pumpkin Turkey Chili

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Turkey Chili
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This slow cooker pumpkin turkey chili is a healthy and flavorful meal perfect for a cozy evening. It combines lean ground turkey with the warming spices of chili and the subtle sweetness of pumpkin.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the browned turkey, chopped onion, and minced garlic to your slow cooker.
  3. Stir in the pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and diced green chilies.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth.
  5. Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Stir everything together until well combined.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the turkey is cooked through and the flavors have melded.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Serve with your favorite chili toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
  • This chili freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep.

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