Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
A hearty and comforting slow cooker pumpkin chili made with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Chili
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound turkey bacon
- 2 cups chopped onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the slow cooker, add bacon, onions, and garlic. Stir.
- Add pumpkin puree, beans, tomatoes, broth, and spices. Mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add cayenne pepper to taste.
- Serve with cornbread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams