Description
Looking for a cozy, creamy, and wholesome dinner idea? This Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili hits all the right notes. It’s hearty yet light, filled with lean ground turkey, smooth pumpkin puree, and a medley of spices that bring warmth to every bite. Whether you’re planning a quick dinner, prepping lunch for the week, or craving fall flavors, this easy recipe delivers comfort and flavor in a single bowl. It’s the perfect dish for anyone seeking healthy dinner ideas, easy recipes, or weeknight food ideas with bold, seasonal flair.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup carrots, chopped
1 pound ground turkey
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and carrots; sauté for 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
2. Add ground turkey to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Stir in pumpkin puree, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add white beans and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
5. Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
6. Add cream cheese and stir until fully melted and creamy.
7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra creaminess, you can add a splash of heavy cream before serving.
Swap white beans for black beans or chickpeas if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: easy dinner, healthy recipe, creamy chili, fall recipes, ground turkey, pumpkin chili