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White Bean Pumpkin Turkey Chili


Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds 99% lean ground turkey
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans white northern or navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • 15-ounce can pumpkin puree  
  • 4.5-ounce can chopped green chiles
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro, red onion, or chives for topping
  • Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for topping (optional)  
Optional additions:
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions:

Slow Cooker Method:

  1. Brown meat: Brown ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened.
  3. Combine ingredients: Transfer meat and vegetables to a slow cooker. Add beans, pumpkin puree, green chiles, broth, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
  5. Serve: Remove bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings.

Instant Pot Method:

  1. Brown meat: Press the "Sauté" function on your Instant Pot. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
  3. Combine ingredients: Add beans, pumpkin puree, green chiles, broth, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves.
  4. Pressure cook: Seal the pot and set to high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release.
  5. Serve: Remove bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings.

Optional additions:

  • For extra flavor: Add bell pepper, red pepper flakes, or cilantro.
  • For a richer texture: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • For a spicier kick: Increase the amount of chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Enjoy your hearty and delicious Chili!

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