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Cozy Crockpot Pumpkin Chili with Black Beans

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A simple, comforting slow cooker chili made with pumpkin puree and black beans. This 6-ingredient dinner is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a savory, smoky flavor that is naturally thick and rich without needing flour or cornstarch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) 100% pure pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 lb ground turkey or beef
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and bell pepper. If using frozen diced veggies, skip this step.
  2. Brown the ground turkey or beef in a pan over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. (Optional but recommended for flavor)
  3. Add the browned meat, diced onions, peppers, drained black beans, pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes with juices, and broth to the slow cooker.
  4. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the ingredients. Do not stir yet.
  5. Stir everything together to combine. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. If too thin, cook on HIGH for 30 minutes with lid off. If too thick, add a splash of broth.

Notes

Ensure you use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices. For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and add an extra can of black beans or lentils. If using fresh pumpkin, roast and puree it first, as it has more water than canned. For extra richness, stir in a square of dark chocolate at the end of cooking.

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