Hearty Pumpkin Chili Recipe for Fall - Creative Homemaking

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 pound ground turkey, chicken, or beef (optional)
• 4 cups fresh pumpkin, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) beans of choice, drained and rinsed
• 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)