Best Autumn Harvest Chili Recipes

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AUTUMN PUMPKIN CHILI



Autumn Pumpkin Chili image

We have this turkey pumpkin chili often because everyone loves it, even the most finicky grandchildren. It's a definite keeper in my book! -Kimberly Nagy, Port Hadlock, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h20m

Yield 4 servings (1-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound ground turkey
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, corn chips and sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and the green and yellow peppers in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Crumble turkey into skillet. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the pumpkin, tomatoes, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours. If desired, serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN HARVEST CHILI



Garden Harvest Chili image

Meet the Cook: Anytime you're looking for a way to use up your zucchini and squash, this recipe gives a different taste sensation. My husband really enjoys it -and, except for the zucchini, our two daughters, ages 7 and 3, do as well! -Debbie Cosford, Bayfield, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups diced zucchini
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the red pepper, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, butternut squash and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until squash is almost tender. , Stir in remaining ingredients; cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AUTUMN CHILI



Autumn Chili image

A touch of baking cocoa gives my chili a rich flavor without adding sweetness. When I was growing up in the North, we served chili over rice. But after I married a Texan, I began serving it with chopped onions, shredded cheese and, of course, homemade corn bread!-Audrey Bryne, Lillian, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups cooked and crumbled ground beef
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 medium green pepper
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon baking cocoa
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, optional
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 1026mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 18g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

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