This Pumpkin Chili is high in protein and fiber and packed with nutrients. It’s filled with onion, bell pepper, garlic, lean ground beef, seasonings, canned pumpkin, diced tomatoes, beans, corn, and broth. Pumpkin and cinnamon bring fall flavors to a classic chili.

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Why You’ll Love Pumpkin Chili

Chili is one of the easiest meals to get protein and fiber. This Pumpkin Chili has the classic ground beef and beans with the fall addition of pumpkin and cinnamon for a slightly sweet flavor. Each serving provides 38 grams protein and 15.5 grams fiber to keep you full and satisfied.

Ground beef, beans, and pumpkin are also good sources of iron making this Pumpkin Chili high in iron. Each serving contains 7.8 milligrams or about 43% of the daily value of iron.

Ingredients

Olive oil: healthy fat to sauté onion and pepper.

Yellow onion: an aromatic for flavor and antioxidants.

Bell pepper: high in vitamin C and provides fiber.

Garlic: for flavor and also has antioxidants.

Lean ground beef: the main protein source. Rich in iron and B vitamins.

Chili powder, cumin, paprika, & cinnamon: seasonings for flavor. Cinnamon adds a touch of sweetness to go with the pumpkin.

Canned pumpkin: nutrient-rich in vitamins A, K, and E, and fiber. Pumpkin also provides 18% of the daily value of iron per cup. The pumpkin, beans, and beef make this meal high in iron with 7.8mg per serving or about 43% of the daily value of iron.

Diced tomatoes: rich in potassium and the antioxidant lycopene.

Black beans: the beans are the main fiber source. Black beans are also high in folate, thiamine, magnesium, and iron.

Kidney beans: provide fiber, iron, thiamine, folate, and magnesium.

Corn: adds more fiber.

Chicken broth: for flavor and to add liquid to the chili.

How to Make Pumpkin Chili

In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook for a few minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add ground beef and break into pieces and brown. Once mostly cooked, stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for about a minute.

Add pumpkin, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and chicken broth to skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Then, reduce to a simmer and cook for about 20-25 minutes. Enjoy!

Tips

Store in the refrigerator for about 4 days. These are the meal prep containers I use.

Chili is an easy way to add in any vegetables you want. Throw in some spinach or more colorful bell peppers.

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