We have this turkey pumpkin chili often because everyone loves it, even the most finicky grandchildren. It’s a definite keeper in my book! —Kimberly Nagy, Port Hadlock, Washington

Autumn Pumpkin Chili

onion,

green pepper, chopped

sweet yellow pepper, chopped

canola oil

garlic clove,

turkey

(15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin

(14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

chili powder

salt

pepper

Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, corn chips and sliced green onions

25g protein.  <B><b>Diabetic Exchanges</b>: </B>3 lean meat

Wonderful and easy chili!  Based on reviews and personal preferences - My changes included:  Used the equivalent of one large pepper chopped (did not use green pepper since I do not like it).  I used 2 cloves of garlic minced (instead of 1).  3 cans of diced tomatoes, undrained (instead of 1).  2 packets of chili seasoning mix instead of chili powder, salt and pepper (I used one hot and one regular),  and added one can of black beans, drained and rinsed.  I followed the recipe for preparation and served with toppings of shredded cheese, sour cream and chopped onions.  It was the only potluck dish that was empty and scraped clean!

I followed the recipe except I added an additional 1/2 t salt BUT I started making this without reading the whole recipe about the slow cooker part. I ended up making it as written and simmered for 30 minutes and it was great! I think this should actually be a stovetop recipe

Added a box of chicken stock. Delicious soup! Will make again!

I will make this again! I didn't read the recipe good so I made it on the stovetop instead of using the crockpot. I followed the directions and made some adjustments. I added another can of tomatoes, about 16 ounces of chicken broth, a can of diced chilies and some leftover black beans that I rinsed and drained. I used 5 tsps of chili powder and 1/2 tsp of chipotle powder. I also added additional salt. Topped it with shredded cheese and sour cream. Served it with saltines.

How am I the only one who had a complete and total fail on this one? I followed the recipe exactly and turned it on low. When I checked after a work break - after about 6 hrs - it was a charred, inedible mess. Was there supposed to be water added?

If you love pumpkin you'll enjoy this chili! I substituted plant based meat for the turkey and added jalapenos for a little heat. The chili is hearty and full of fall flavors that did not disappoint.

After reading the reviews I made this last night for our pumpkin carving family dinner...I modified it the following and it was a big hit! I added chopped celery to the onion and pepper mixture...I used McCormick chili seasoning envelope instead of just chili powder...I added a dash of cumin and sea salt...I used rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies...I added 1/2 can of black beans and 1/2 a can of pinto beans rinsed and drained half way through the cooking time and 1 cup of chicken broth as it was too thick. We topped it with Fritos, cheddar, and a scoop of sour cream. Served it with cornbread, fruit, and a salad. It will be a tradition for Halloween eve for us! Yum!!

Very hearty chili!  I doubled the ground turkey and tomatoes.  Based on the other reviews, I added more garlic and instead of just chili powder I used two packets of chili seasoning and added more kosher salt to taste.  So easy to put together and loved the fact that my slow cooker did all the work.  The pumpkin made this chili very rich and thick, so I did add some water.  Will definitely make again.....might add more pumpkin next time!

Loved it...added another can of diced tomatoes, 1/2 can of beer, white beans & a splash of apple cider.....SO YUMMY!

Like another reviewer, I added chili seasoning and 2 cans  chili beans. Would have substituted black beans for one of the hili beans but I didn’t have any. We like things spicy so added some Jalape?os. It was delicious. Very hearty and satisfying.. served with fresh cornbread.  The only thing that would have made it better were if it were snowing.

Original recipe was very good but needed a little something to give it a "kick up" in flavor. First added the obvious...salt !! Then, instead of plain chili powder, I used Berbere Spice blend containing paprika, cardamom, ginger, coriander, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, fenugreek, cloves, onion, red pepper and garlic.  It's warmth and fragrance added a whole new flavor layer that blended perfectly with the pumpkin.  Will be on regular Fall and Winter rotation in our household!!

This is a very good Chili. I had to add a little bit of broth. It was too thick. Wonderful meal for the cold days here in the mountains.

I thought this was pumpkin soup and wrote it down as pumpkin soup. I don't like chili that much so im now crying over how I accidentally made chili. Its good chili though like you can't go wrong making this chili. I just thought It was something else and now I'm sad. If my friends wanted to make chili I would point them to this recipe but I cant make this chili again. The memories would be too painful.

I agree that it was bland.... wasn't bad, just not good enough to make again.

I added some cinnamon to make it a background flavor and a little brown sugar...it really made all the difference and jazzed it up so it wouldn't be so bland for my family's taste.

As others have said, this was very bland.  After my own modifications, it is okay.  I MIGHT make it again with even more tweaks.I ended up using half the meat and adding pinto beans (chili needs beans!).  But someone else mentioned black beans and that sounds even better.  Also added cumin, a tad nutmeg and took someone's suggestion of cinnamon.  That was just what it needed.  It's pretty good.  But that's it.And am I crazy, or would pineapple be good in it?  Hmmm maybe next time.

I thought this chili was delicious. I added black beans though. It was so good.

Made as instructed, it was as others have said, "bland." It was as if it needed at least a teaspoon of salt to enhance the flavor. I've noticed that adding pumpkin to anything, may it be chili or pancakes, it needs either extra salt or sugar to bring out its flavor. With extra seasoning I enjoyed it but will continue trying other pumpkin chili recipes.

Interesting combination.  I was pleasantly surprised at the taste.  I'll make this again.

This was an easy recipe so I doubled it when I put it in my crock pot.  I used a couple of chili seasoning packets since a lot of the comments said it was lacking in flavor.  With a hand full of asiago cheese on top, my family and I are very happy with this recipe!

Made this chili today.  After an initial taste test I added extra chili powder.  Daughter and husband both liked it, so next time I will have to double it!  Very filling!

autumn pumpkin chili

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 7 hours

Total: 7 hours, 20 minutes

Servings: 2.5

Author : Taste of Home

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