AUTUMN PUMPKIN CHILI

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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

Ingredients

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