Healthy & Hearty Pumpkin Chili: The Perfect Fall Comfort Food
September 21, 2026 Neora™
Ingredients
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves | |
| Yellow onion, minced | 1 | |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsps | |
| Lean ground beef or turkey | 1 lb | |
| Large sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch chunks | 1 | |
| Kidney beans, drained | 1 (15oz.) can | |
| Black beans, drained | 1 (15oz.) can | |
| Petite diced tomatoes | 1 (15oz.) can | |
| Pumpkin purée | 1 (15oz.) can | |
| Tomato paste | 1/2 (6 oz.) can | |
| Water | 2 cups | |
| Chili seasoning: 1 Tbsp chili powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, ¼ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, plus salt and pepper to taste |
Sweater weather, crisp leaves, and chili season are officially here!
When you’re craving something warm and comforting without completely abandoning your healthy eating goals, this Healthy & Hearty Pumpkin Chili checks all the boxes.
Made with lean ground beef or turkey, sweet potato, beans, and pumpkin, it’s loaded with satisfying ingredients and plenty of cozy fall flavor. Plus, everything comes together in one pot, making it an easy option for busy weeknights, game days, or Sunday meal prep.
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and sauté until tender.
- Add the ground beef or turkey and sweet potato. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the chili seasoning and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Add the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, pumpkin purée, tomato paste, and water. Stir until well combined.
- Cover and simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potato is tender and the chili has thickened.
- Season to taste and serve warm with your favorite chili toppings.
Top it with avocado, Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, cilantro, or a sprinkle of green onions—and dig in!
Healthy, hearty, and full of fall flavor, this is one pumpkin recipe you’ll want to keep in rotation long after pumpkin-spice season ends.
