Black Bean and Pumpkin Chili

Black Bean and Pumpkin Chili

This is a healthy and quite delicious recipe that everybody in the family will love, especially on blustery autumn days! It’s a wonderful variation on standard chili that freezes well and tastes even better as leftovers.

Ingredients:

• 1 med onion, chopped
• 1 med. yellow pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 cups of chicken broth
• 2 cans of black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 1/2 cups of cubed, cooked turkey or chicken
• 1 can of solid pack pumpkin
• 1 can of diced tomatoes UNDRAINED
• 2 tsp. parsley flakes
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. salt

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, saute the onions, peppers and garlic until tender.
2. Transfer to a slow-cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
3. Cover and cook on low 4-5 hours or until heated through.
4. Enjoy!!