Description
A hearty and flavorful chili combining tender chicken with the sweetness of pureed pumpkin and a blend of spices.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes about ½ to 1 inch thick
½ cup chopped onions
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup chopped green peppers
½ cup chopped red peppers
½ cup chicken broth
15 oz canned 100% pureed pumpkin
1 15 oz can diced tomatoes and chilis, do not drain
1 15 oz can chili beans (medium spiced), do not drain
1 15 oz can black beans, drained
6 oz can tomato paste (optional)
4 oz cream cheese (can substitute with 1 cup coconut milk)
Homemade Chili Seasoning:
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon red cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
1. Heat a Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add olive oil and chicken cubes. Season with half of the chili seasoning.
2. Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes until no longer pink. Remove from pot and set aside.
3. If needed, add more olive oil, then sauté onions, green peppers, and red peppers in the pot until soft.
4. Add minced garlic and stir briefly.
5. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pot. Add cooked chicken, pureed pumpkin, diced tomatoes and chilis, tomato paste (if using), remaining chili seasoning, and chili beans.
6. Cover the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Remove lid, add cream cheese, and stir until melted completely.
8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use coconut milk instead of cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
Omit tomato paste to enhance the pumpkin flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently to preserve creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Chili
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg