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Pumpkin Chili Recipe

December 18, 2012 by Katie Wells
Healthy and delicious pumpkin chili recipe- kid approved

The cooler weather has finally (somewhat) arrived where we are, so I’ve been making a lot more soups and stews. This chili was created as a way to use some of the 100 pound pumpkin we bought at the farmers market, and the kids really enjoyed it. For our son, who is on the GAPS protocol while we reverse his allergies, I reserve some of the browned meat and make his with just the broth and pumpkin, omitting the tomatoes, since he can’t have nightshades yet.

The optional hint of cinnamon adds a winter warmth, and the pumpkin sneaks in some added nutrition. Even if you aren’t a fan of pumpkin, I’d encourage you to try this recipe! It is simple, fast and delicious and definitely kid-approved at our house!

Healthy and delicious pumpkin chili recipe- kid approved

Pumpkin Chili Recipe

Katie Wells
A hearty and delicious chili with a hint of pumpkin flavor (and all the added nutrients of delicious pumpkin!)
4.16 from 13 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 10 cups
Calories 129 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (or other ground meat of choice)
  • 2 onions
  • 1 (16oz) can diced tomatoes (drained)
  • 1 (16oz) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 avocado (sliced, optional)
  • shredded cheese (optional)
  • sour cream (optional)
  • green onions (chopped, optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a large stock pot, brown the ground beef.
  • While the beef is cooking, chop the onions. 
  • When beef is almost completely cooked, add the onions and cook until soft.
  • Add the tomato products, pumpkin, stock, and spices and stir to combine.
  • Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and flavors are incorporated.
  • Top with sliced avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, and sliced avocado if desired and enjoy!

Notes

Like any soup, the topping are optional, but add freshness, fun, and the appeal of customization (especially appreciated by children!).

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 11gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 563mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 7390IUVitamin C: 10.9mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2.8mg
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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder and CEO of Wellness Mama and Co-Founder of Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Reader Interactions

Discussion (19 Comments)

  1. Elizabeth

    October 15, 2014 at 10:52 PM

    This looks amazing. Do you think this would work in a crock pot?

    Reply
  2. Christine

    October 7, 2014 at 12:55 AM

    Thanks for this recipe! 🙂 My question is how would you freeze it? Is it OK in plastic bags or with it being tomato (acid-y) based it must be in glass jars? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Katie - Wellness Mama

      October 7, 2014 at 10:24 PM

      I freeze in glass jars or medical grade silicon or stainless steel containers

      Reply
  3. Jennifer Walsh

    September 8, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    This recipe is awesome! The pumpkin is subtle as well as the cinnamon, a perfect blend! I added a very mild chili pepper from my garden and it was the perfect amount of spice and flavor. I’d like to experiment with adding bell peppers to this chili.

    Reply
  4. Ryan Vogt

    March 23, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Great recipe, tasted delicious, my only issue was the tablespoon of chilli powder made for one super spicy chilli, perhaps a revision to that could be considered, I barely finish my serving and my wife actually couldn’t eat hers after one bite.

    Reply
  5. Amanda Armagost

    February 27, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    This chili rocks! Even my SAD diet mother-in-law loves it! It’s especially good with sour cream on top.

    Reply
  6. Terra Cox

    December 28, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    i had so much pumpkin, i started using pumpkin sauce instead of apple sauce in the muffin recipe. It worked great,.

    Reply
  7. Cayla Willingham

    December 26, 2012 at 2:10 AM

    YES! I would add pumpkin to everything if I could. And if it was available year round. I’ve started making a chili with pumpkin and beets. Sounds weird but kids and husbands alike eat it and ask for more!

    Reply
  8. Kesha

    December 20, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    I made this recipe last night, and it was delicious! The pumpkin flavor was too weird for my husband, who is very picky, but the fact that he made it three bites in was noteworthy. 🙂 I didn’t change a thing in the recipe (had to give it a fair shot as-is before modifying it), and it was just fine. The optional topping I didn’t include was green onions.

    This recipe will go on my meal rotation list for winter! It is so unbelievably easy and quick for such a healthy, hearty meal, and doesn’t dirty a lot of dishes. Thank you, Katie! I’m going to go eat some now and see if it’s even better the second day… 😀

    Reply
  9. Sam Hopper

    December 19, 2012 at 1:36 AM

    I’m so intrigued & excited to try this out. The only savory pumpkin I really have is in soup so this is a heartier 1 pot meal for me & my family. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  10. Anthony Aadam

    December 18, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    thanks for sharing recipe.its looking so delicious.

    Reply
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