There’s just something special and inviting about a pot of chili simmering on the stovetop when the weather finally starts to cool down. For those of us that love to cook, whipping up a pot of chili is sort of like an official announcement that fall has finally arrived, and everyone we know will make it Facebook and IG official with a picture of their Dutch oven chili creations. I really love the seasonal social media trends like that!
I make this simple and quick Low Carb Pumpkin Chili all year round as it’s easy, delicious and nutritious and my picky 13-year-old daughter eats it well. It’s honestly one of my favorite fast dinners for busy weeknights and I get to sneak extra veggies into dinner which is also one of my favorite things to do. (😉no one tell the teens!). However, this Pumpkin Chili with Roasted Poblano Peppers, Black Beans and Corn is a cozy little spin I put on that simple recipe recently when I wanted to change things up a bit.
I’ve made this very recipe twice in the last month, you know, just to make sure it’s good. 😉
The addition of pumpkin adds a delicious richness to this simple chili, while the roasted poblano peppers add a mild smokiness, and just a hint of heat to keep things interesting! Roasting the poblanos first gives them a wonderful depth of flavor that you wouldn’t get if you just diced them up and threw them into the pot raw.
I use my Ninja air fryer to roast peppers these days, and boy, does that gadget make it such an easy process. If you don’t have an air fryer, of course, you can use your oven to roast them instead.
Whether your feeding the family on a busy week night, watching football on a breezy, cool weekend afternoon, or just craving something flavorful, warm, and comforting, this easy Pumpkin Chili with Roasted Poblano Peppers, Black Beans and Corn is a delicious and nourishing main dish.
Some of my family members like to pile tasty toppings such as sour cream, pickled jalapenos, sliced green onions and crushed tortilla chips in to their bowls of spicy pumpkin chili, but I mostly prefer to eat it just as it is ladled out of the pot. However, corn bread is a must for me with a bowl of chili, and I’ll always take a few minutes to bake up some honey-sweetened corn muffins to serve on the side. It’s just the best combo!
If you end up with leftovers, consider that a small win for your next meal because this spicy, loaded pumpkin chili has a funny way of tasting even better the next day.
Happy, happy fall, y’all! 🍂🍁🧡😊
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Pumpkin Chili with Roasted Poblano Peppers, Black Beans & Corn
This hearty fall chili combines creamy pumpkin, smoky roasted poblanos, black beans, sweet corn, and savory spices for a delicious twist on old-fashioned chili.This recipe will be a hit for busy weeknight suppers, chilly evenings or game day parties too. It’s a deliciously savory way to bring autumn to your table. 🎃🤎🍂
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servings30
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Ingredients
1 large fresh poblano pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup coarsely chopped yellow onion
2 large cloves of garlic, minced (or to taste)
1 lb ground turkey, beef or chicken (I most typically use ground turkey)
1/2 teaspoon teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Chipotle chili power (note – this ingredient is very spicy so start small)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
2 cups chicken broth or water combined with appropriate amount of chicken-flavored bouillion
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 small (8 ounces) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained, store leftovers for another use
1/2 cup canned or frozen (thawed) sweet yellow corn kernels, store leftovers for another use
- Optional toppings for individual servings
sour cream
pickled jalapeno slices
shredded cheddar or American cheese
chopped tomatoes
sliced green onons
chopped fresh cilantro
crumbled tortilla chips
Directions
- Roast the poblano pepper – I use an easy air fryer method (see notes below for alternative instructions)
- Rinse the poblano pepper and pat it dry with a paper towel. Coat the pepper very lightly with cooking oil and place it in the basket of an air fryer. Pierce the pepper with the tip of a knife 3 separate times (to release steam as it roasts, (no one has time for exploding poblano peppers, people!). Roast the pepper at 375° for 7 minutes on one side, flip the pepper and roast for another 5 minutes (13 minutes total).
- Use tongs to remove the roasted pepper from the basket and transfer it to a heat-safe bowl, cover the bowl (use a lid, plastic wrap, or a clean kitchen towel) and allow the roasted pepper to steam for 5 – 10 minutes. Remove the cover and allow the pepper to cool until it can be safely handled. Peel the charred skin off using your fingers and then slice the roasted pepper open to remove the seeds (scoop them out gently with a spoon), then dice it into bite-size pieces and set it aside.
- Make the pumpkin chili
- In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and saute the vegetables for 1 – 2 minutes. Next, add in the ground meat and stir the pot well. Cook for another 4 – 5 minutes, stirring often, or until the meat is starting to brown slightly.
- Add all of the spices and sugar and stir. Next, add in the chicken broth (or water with bouillon), tomato sauce, and finally the pumpkin puree. Stir the chili mixture well and turn up the heat so the pot comes to a low boil. Stir and reduce the heat and allow the chili to gently simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the beans, corn and stir well to combine. Simmer the chili uncovered for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the pot from the heat.
- Ladle the hearty pumpkin poblano chili into individual serving bowls, serve hot, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- If you do not have an air fryer, follow the same instructions to roast the pepper in a baking dish or on a sheet pan using your oven instead.
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This is amazing! I love the flavors of poblano and pumpkin.
This looks outstanding, Marcelle! Definitely one to try this winter!
Most definitely one to save to make soon as the 100 degree temps leave us for good here. I love this savory fall chili!
Using the air fryer to roast the peppers is so smart! I definitely could go for a bowl of this right now.
Pumpkin chili is a favorite and I love that you added roasted poblano peppers to it.
Loving all the nutrition in this. And happily I just froze a bunch of poblano peppers!
I love trying different kinds of chili. This one sounds amazing.
I love this! What a creative way to make chili! I might try it with butternut squash I have.
Such a lovely and warming fall dish!!!
Hi Chef, Mimi! Thank you so much! Happy fall! 🍁
One thing I always look forward to each year in fall…pumpkin chili. And this version looks like a tasty one…especially with those roasted poblano peppers!!!
Good morning, Colleen! Thank you so much, we really enjoy it, hope you do too 🧡