Pumpkin Chili – Surprise them with this hearty recipe!
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Pumpkin Chili is extra hearty with a delicious sweetness and earthy undertone that takes chili to a whole new level of good. The perfect way to knock off the chill and satisfy hungry bellies.
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Pumpkin Chili is Perfect for Fall
Pumpkin bread, Pumpkin Ice Box Cake, Pumpkin Monkey Bread, Pumpkin Pie French Toast Roll Ups, Pumpkin Butter, Pumpkin Pie…….. I hope you’re not sick of pumpkin recipes yet because I have a really delicious one for you today.
As the weather starts to cool down, it’s time for chili!! So, to start the chili season off, I thought why not marry it with pumpkin season.
Pumpkin Chili my friends, is extra hearty, delicious and rich in Vitamin A and C. Even if you’re not a fan of pumpkin, I think you’ll love this pumpkin chili.
There’s not a strong pumpkin flavor (I bet most people would never even guess pumpkin ), the canned solid pumpkin thickens the chili, giving it a subtly sweet, earthy undertone along with spices that will blow your mind.
I know once the calendar turns to September, the world is taken over by the orange-yellow fruit….or is it a vegetable? Either way, it’s pumpkin season, and there are plenty of reasons to celebrate! Pumpkin is full health benefits for our bodies, everyone should be eating it all year long. I’m game for that!!
A big pot of chili is hard to beat when you’re serving a crowd. It hits the spot and can be made ahead of time.
I made this chili recipe on the stovetop, but it could certainly be made in the slow cooker. Simply brown your meat before adding it to the slow cooker, and your house will smell amazing when your guests arrive.
WHAT ARE THE BEST KINDS OF BEANS TO MAKE CHILI?
This pumpkin chili is packed with flavor that starts with my favorite Bush’s White Chili Beans and Bush’s Black Beans in Mild Chili Sauce.
These chili beans are perfectly seasoned, zesty and packed with protein and fiber, you could even make this a meatless chili, and not miss out on flavor.
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HOW LONG WILL CHILI KEEP IN THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER?
Chili should be refrigerated (or put in the freezer) within 2 hours of cooking. It’s best in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, or in the freezer for 4-6 months. This pumpkin chili recipe deserves a place in your recipe box and in your stomach!
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Wouldn’t this chili be fun to serve on Halloween or for a Halloween party? I found the pumpkin casserole and pumpkin bakers at World Market, they were the inspiration for the pumpkin chili recipe.
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Pumpkin Chili
Pumpkin Chili is extra hearty with a delicious sweetness and earthy undertone that takes chili to a whole new level of good. The perfect way to knock the chill off and satisfy hungry bellies.
Ingredients
- 2 pound ground beef or turkey (I used 1 pound of each
- 1 (15 ounce) can Bush's Black Chili Beans
- 1 (15 ounce) can Bush's White Chili Beans
- 1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin
- 3 cups V8 vegetable juice
- 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel
- 1 (4.5 ounce) can green chiles
- 1 packet of chili seasoning
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook meat until brown and drain.
- Stir in remaining ingredients and seasonings. Simmer 1 hour.
Disclaimer: I grew up in a house that used Bush’s Beans. I am now fortunate to have an ongoing relationship with them as a brand ambassador for the past 5+ years. This post is sponsored by Bush’s Beans, but as always, all opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make TidyMom possible. For more great recipes like this one, please visit their website.
This came out great. I used a pound of ground beef ( we’re not huge meat eaters) and added a red pepper and a chipotle pepper since we like it spicy! The v-8 as a base instead of canned tomato sauce is a great idea! Rich, layered chili. Highly recommend this recipe.
YAY!! so glad you enjoyed it as much as we do!
My hubby LOVES chili, and I LOVE pumpkin, so this is going to make both of us very happy tonight! Pinned!
I am on such a chili kick and love adding squash to mine! YES PLEASE!
This really does look like dinner tomorrow night, YUM!
Pumpkin Chili has been floating around my mind for weeks. Hubs doesn’t like pumpkin, but he will eat pumpkin soup.
Your recipe looks SO good and easy!
Maybe I can sneak this under his nose one night this week without saying a word and get away with it??
Sounds great! I also love those pumpkin dishes!
Shelley
Best savory recipe idea for a pumpkin! Chili season is here and I can’t wait to make this!
This chili looks delicious! Pass me a spoon!
Thanks for sharing this recipe! Im not a big fan of pumpkin, so I always feel left out in the Fall when pumpkin craze hits the US. Now I can feel included! Plus bring this to pumpkin themed parties as a dish. Yum!
I just finished putting it together and will be starting the crackpot in about a half hour. How long do you recommend setting it for? When my husband makes his chili he normally cooks it on low for 8 hours. Is that what you’d recommend?
Hi again,
Thanks for the email! Just a quick update:
We decided to take the chili off at about 5.5 hours on low and it’s divine! My husband is downstairs eating some now. He loves keeps calling up that he loves it and that the base is so smooth and really good.
Thanks again for posting this!
Super excited to try this… What are your thoughts on putting it in a crockpot?
Do you think I could use fresh pumpkin ? I’m overloaded with them and running out of ideas!! 🙂
Thanks
sure!
Yum! Bet this would be great in the crockpot too.
What is Rotel I live I Canada not sure we can get this here.
it’s a brand of chopped tomatoes that also has green chilies
There’s only a select few stores here that sell it. I’m sure you could find something similar. I just did a quick google search for it. Closest store in Ontario that has it is about 1.5 hours from me,
What brand of chili seasoning packet do you like?
i usually get McCormicks
Would this work in the Instant Pot? For how long?
I really don’t know, I don’t have an Instant Pot, sorry
Do you drain the beans or empty the whole can?
i don’t not drain the beans
My g-daughter saw this recipe and thinks she would like it. I’m not so certain. Is there a specific can of Rotel that you used? Also, what would you serve this with? Personally, the only thing I use chili for in on hot dogs or a bit on a baked potato. (You guessed it, I’m not a g-ma that’s good in the kitchen) Any suggestion help would be appreciated.
I use Original Rotel. We usually serve chili as a main dish. Most of my family puts saltine or oyster crackers in the chili. It’s also good severed with cornbread. Hope she enjoys it as much as we do!
My go to recipe for pumpkin chili…it’s definitely the best!!