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Pumpkin–Turkey White Bean Chili

Prep Time 12 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Rest Time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 2 mins
Servings: 6
Description

Why it works: The pumpkin makes up the body of the chili (no “just a spoonful” here), while lean turkey and white beans pack in protein. We use a pinch of hing (asafetida) to replace onion/garlic aroma.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ½ ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 ribs celery, small dice
  • 1 orange or red bell pepper, small dice
  • 1/2 tsp hing (asafetida)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp 1–2 tsp chipotle in adobo or ½–1 tsp chipotle powder (to taste)
  • 2 cups pumpkin purée (plain; not pie filling)
  • 2 cans annellini or great northern beans, drained & rinsed (15-oz)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (start with 3½ cups; add more if needed)
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste (optional, for depth)
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar or juice of ½ lime (finish)
  • Salt & black pepper
  • Optional richness: ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or ½ cup coconut milk (stir in off heat)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Brown the turkey: Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high. Add turkey, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper. Cook, breaking up, until nicely browned with fond on the bottom, ~6–8 min.
  2. 2
    Bloom spices & aromatics: Push turkey to the side. Add a drizzle of oil if dry, then celery and bell pepper. Cook 2–3 min. Sprinkle in hing, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, cinnamon, oregano, and chipotle; stir 30–45 sec until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Build the base: Stir in tomato paste (if using) for 30 sec. Add pumpkin purée, beans, and 3½ cups broth. Scrape up the fond. Bring to a simmer; reduce to medium-low.
  4. 4
    Simmer: 20–25 min, partially covered, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of broth if you want it looser, or simmer uncovered to thicken.
  5. 5
    Finish & balance: Off heat, stir in vinegar or lime. Taste and adjust salt/pepper and heat. For a creamier finish, fold in yogurt or coconut milk off heat.
  6. 6
    Serve: Ladle into bowls; top with pepitas, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Note

Instant Pot option: Sauté steps 1–2; add remaining ingredients (use 3 cups broth). Pressure cook 8 minutes (High), quick release, finish with acid and optional yogurt/coconut milk.

Read it online: https://wayfarerspantry.com/thepantry/recipe/pumpkin-turkey-white-bean-chili/