Description
Creamy pumpkin chicken chili is the perfect autumn dish that brings together tender chicken, rich pumpkin puree, and a blend of warming spices. This hearty chili not only warms your soul but also fills your home with delightful aromas. Ideal for game nights or cozy evenings at home, every spoonful feels like a comforting hug. Whip up this delicious recipe and enjoy a bowl of fall flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot and cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes per side). Season with salt and pepper.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks and return it to the pot along with pumpkin puree and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Mix in chili powder, cumin, and paprika; let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in cream or coconut milk and simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg