Description

This Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili is a quick dinner idea that delivers cozy comfort in every spoonful. It’s made with lean ground turkey, pumpkin puree, and warm spices all simmered together in one pot, then finished with cream cheese for a silky finish. Perfect for fall, meal prep, or anytime you want a healthy, satisfying chili recipe that’s easy and unique. Great for easy dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, and food ideas that feed a crowd!

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound ground turkey

1 cup diced yellow onion

1 cup diced carrots

1 cup diced red bell pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 cup canned pumpkin puree

2 cups chicken broth

4 ounces cream cheese

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Stir in ground turkey and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart, until no longer pink.

4. Sprinkle in chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix to coat the meat and vegetables.

5. Add tomato paste and pumpkin puree. Stir to combine.

6. Pour in chicken broth and stir well. Bring mixture to a simmer.

7. Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.

8. Let chili simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened.

9. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

You can substitute ground chicken or beef for turkey.

For a dairy-free version, use plant-based cream cheese or coconut milk.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1½ cups
Calories: 310
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: chili, pumpkin, turkey, comfort food, easy dinner