Description

This Pumpkin White Bean Chili is a hearty and flavorful twist on classic chili, featuring lean ground turkey, creamy cannellini beans, and rich pumpkin puree enhanced by aromatic spices and a splash of pumpkin beer. Perfectly balanced with a mild heat from poblano and jalapeño peppers, this chili simmers to a comforting, thick consistency great for chilly days or anytime you crave a nutritious, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, diced
3 poblano peppers, diced
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 ¼ pounds ground turkey (93% lean)
2 tablespoons chili powder
½ tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 ounces pumpkin beer
1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

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Instructions

Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add diced red onion, poblano peppers, jalapeño, minced garlic, and kosher salt. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften and start turning brown, releasing their flavors.
Cook the ground turkey: Push vegetables to the side of the pot and add the ground turkey. Break the meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon and cook for approximately 5 minutes until no longer pink.
Season the turkey: Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper over the cooked turkey. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices and infuse the meat.
Deglaze with pumpkin beer: Lower heat to medium-low and pour in the pumpkin beer. Scrape the bottom of the pot to lift any browned bits. Let the beer simmer and reduce for about 5 minutes to concentrate the flavor.
Add pumpkin puree, stock, and beans: Whisk in the pumpkin puree until smooth and well combined. Add low-sodium chicken stock and drained cannellini beans, stirring thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
Simmer the chili: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow to cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes until the chili thickens to your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish and serve: Serve hot garnished with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream for added richness and freshness.

Notes

For a spicier chili, add more jalapeño or cayenne pepper to taste.
Use low-sodium chicken stock to better control the salt level in the chili.
Ground turkey can be substituted with ground chicken or beef if preferred.
Ensure beans are well-drained and rinsed to reduce excess starch and sodium.
Garnish options like avocado slices or green onions also complement the flavors well.
This chili freezes well; allow it to cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American