Dannyz’s Turkey Pumpkin Chili

Dannyz's Note:

A wonderfully warming chili that comes on full flavor and finishes with a nice bit of heat. A healthy alternative.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 ½ cups chopped yellow onions
• ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
• ½ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
• 1 jalapeno pepper , diced small (optional)
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• 1 (14 ½ ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans (juice drained & rinsed)
• 2 ½ tablespoons chili powder
• ½ tablespoon dried chipotle powder (optional)
• 1 dash kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
• ½ cup fat free sour cream

Directions:

1. Directions:.
2. Heat the oil in a large Pot over medium heat and sauté the onion for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the green & yellow bell peppers along with the jalapeño & garlic. Cook until tender.
3. Add the turkey and stir, cooking until evenly browned. Drain the fat off. Return to the fire and add, tomatoes, pumpkin & black beans (remember to drain & rinse the black beans).
4. Season with chili powder, chipotle chili powder, pepper & salt. Reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes stirring every 5 to 8 minutes. Serve topped with low fat cheese a daub of no fat sour cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of cilantro.

Reviews

[Cookalicious]

A really great chili, and a good way to add in some pumpkin. I'd like it spicier, so next time I'll leave the seeds in the jalapenos and add a bit of cayenne pepper. Thanks for sharing the recipe! I have a feeling this will make it's way to my company's chili cook off.