Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chicken Chili can be made quickly in your crockpot, Instant Pot or on the stovetop. You can customize the flavors with your favorite spices and ingredients and a vegetarian option is easy too!
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You can use a pumpkin puree or can puree your own! I wanted some naturally roasted flavors so I brought home a pumpkin from the farm, cut it into chunks, roasted it and then pureed. Oh my goodness – the flavor! It’s the first time I’ve roasted my own pumpkin but it sure won’t be the last.
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Pumpkin Chili Ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are simple and you likely have most of them in your pantry right now.
- Pumpkin puree. Pick up a pumpkin next time you’re at the market or use canned.
- Chicken breasts . I use organic for the best flavor. If you want a vegetarian dish, simply leave it out. There are lots of other flavors that make this dish delicious.
- Vegetables – onion and lots of red pepper. For some extra zip, add some jalapeno.
- Chicken broth – or use vegetable broth
- Red kidney beans. You can use black beans or chickpeas.
- Seasonings – chili powder, cumin, garlic, paprika and cayenne. Add a little cinnamon for some fun!
- You can add a wee bit of tomato paste if you like. It would add some thickness if that’s your thing but I found this to be a great consistency without it.
- Cheddar cheese would be a great topping as well.
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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chicken Chili
Robyn GleasonSlow Cooker Pumpkin Chicken Chili can be made quickly in your crockpot, Instant Pot or on the stovetop. A creamy delicious chili with surprising flavors!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 6 hours hrs
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 227 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 cups red bell pepper, chopped
- 1.5 cups pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, parsley, green onions, cheddar cheese
Instructions
Notes
Instant Pot Recipe:
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Set your 6 quart Instant Pot to the saute function and add olive oil, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Saute for 4-5 minutes.
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Add crushed garlic and saute for 1 minute or until lightly browned.
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Add chicken broth and be sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen up any bits that might be stuck.
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In a small bowl whisk together the pumpkin chili seasoning ingredients.
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Add chicken breasts, pumpkin puree, red kidney beans and seasoning ingredients to the Instant Pot. Give it a few stirs and make sure some liquid gets underneath the chicken breasts.
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Cover Instant Pot with lid, ensure the pressure release valve is set to sealed, and turn on high pressure for 12 minutes.
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Once the Instant Pot is done cooking the chili, let chili sit in the Instant Pot for 10 minutes. (10 minute Natural Pressure release.)
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Release the pressure valve. Shred chicken breasts with a fork.
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Serve pumpkin chicken chili with finely chopped green onions and avocado slices and cheddar cheese if desired.
- Heat the oil in a large pot on medium high. Add onions, garlic and red pepper. Saute for 3-4 minutes. Add remaining ingredients. (Add desired amount sliced chicken from your store bought rotisserie chicken or cook chicken ahead of time)
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 -40 minutes. Top with green onions, avocado and cheddar cheese if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 227kcal
Keyword Pumpkin Chicken Chili
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Recipe courtesy of Simply Fresh Dinners, A partner with Barrie Hill Farms in bringing fresh recipes to your table.
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