Black Bean 'n' Pumpkin Chili Recipe

Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2011 by LarrynB

The pumpkin adds a creamy, delicious texture. I made this one vegan by omitting the meat and using veggie broth :)

Reviewed on Feb. 01, 2011 by crunchpetie

I really changed some things in this recipe but plan on trying the original when i have all the ingredients. I used extra beans and cubed chicken (did not have turkey) didn't have yellow pepper so used frozen summer squash diced. also out of tomato's so used salsa which made it so thick so used extra broth. Not done yet buy did taste test and its wonderful and soooo full of flavor. The five stars if because I already know the original recipe is great without trying it yet. I also sauted the chicken pieces in the olive oil then the onionsand garlic along with the bits of goodies left in the pan.... wonderful!

thank you for the great recipe....

Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2011 by denisermoore

Delicious and easy! I used ground turkey and half the black beans and served it over spaghetti noodles. Yum!

Reviewed on Jan. 04, 2011 by MyKidsMake

this was great! substituted out the tomatoes and replaced with more pepper. Also added more pumpkin. It was great! everyone loved it

Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2010 by LnmarieC

Works out well if cooked on stove top as well. I have made this with ground turkey when I didn't have any leftover turkey to use because the family loves it! It turns out tasty either way

Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2010 by Sweetbakerlady

This Black bean and Pumpkin chili recipe is terrific! Very fast and simple preparation. However, I did add 1Tbsp. tomato paste, 1 can of pinto beans, cooked and crumbled bacon. I also used basil instead of parsley and oregano only because I ran out. Defiantly adding this recipe to my recipe book!

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2010 by gladisjr

Loved this recipe we actually used chopped Chorizo instead of Turkey. Yum Yum, even my little kids liked it!!

Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2010 by jog4me

Neither my husband or I are pumpkin fans but this was excellent. Will make again for company.

Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2010 by rnissley

Made this twice in two weeks, once to try and again to serve for company. I did add half a can of tomato paste to thicken up, but I like my chili thick. Very tasty!

Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2010 by PTuttle

I made this last night with a pre-cooked turkey breast from the supermarket deli. I made it on top of the stove instead of in the crock pot and let it simmer for about and hour to blend the flavors. I had about 3/4 of a can of pumpkin left over from a coffee cake I had made last weekend and it worked out fine. I used lower sodium chicken broth and black beans and it was still salty enough for us. I also substituted a can of mild diced tomatoes with chiles for the regular diced tomatoes. I noticed one reader said that the recipe turned out too soupy. Try taking the lid off and cooking it on high a little longer in the crick pot or simmering it with the lid off for a few minutes on top of the stove. My husband and son both rated this a 5. The best part is that they never guessed it had canned pumpkin in it.

Reviewed on Nov. 09, 2010 by jhalter@san.rr.com

This is so delicious! I made it for my Recipe Club and everyone loved it. I have made it several times since. It is fantastic flavor, easy to make and soooo good for you!

Reviewed on Nov. 09, 2010 by DeniseLMR

I made this on the stove and my friends and family loved it! I made it 3 times in one week!!! Loved it!!

Reviewed on Nov. 07, 2010 by snackcake

when i make chili i brown the meat then add all the spices and let simmer for 20 min,it seems like then u can taste the spices better.I used ground turkey and one can of (Red Gold) petite diced tomatoes with chilies (Hot) lots more flavor. used one can black bleans and one can dark red kidney beans did not add the yellow pepper- hubby does not like peppers in his chili. thanks for sharing!

Reviewed on Nov. 06, 2010 by wyzgirl514

My husband and I loved this Chili recipe! It was hearty and healthy too. I used ground turkey in place of the cooked turkey and it was great! Definitely a keeper! :)

Reviewed on Nov. 04, 2010 by smarianne

I didn't use the chicken broth I used a large can of crushed tomatoes, + a spicy can of diced tomatoes, along with extra spices, + sugar, the taste is a bit bland w/o the extra ingredients, oh and lots of hot sauce.

Reviewed on Nov. 04, 2010 by Yvette247

Doubled the recipe and added a rotisserie chicken to it and it was wonderful!

Reviewed on Nov. 04, 2010 by torpey

I feel bad writing this because everyone else liked it so much, but for my family it had no kick at all. Chili is suppose to have some kick right? If you like your chili runny and bland, then I guess this would be good.

Reviewed on Nov. 01, 2010 by tana1

loved it, pumpkin gave me less of a problem with stomach acid afterward that I typically have with chili. No tums for me

Reviewed on Nov. 01, 2010 by jeneeduckworth

forgot to mention that i use chicken instead of turkey

Reviewed on Nov. 01, 2010 by jeneeduckworth

This is my ALL TIME favorite recipe! As soon as the fall temps arrive it is the first thing I make. I am on Weight Watchers and this recipe fits right into my plan! Full of healthy, hearty and yummy ingredients!

Reviewed on Nov. 01, 2010 by bauden4

Made this recipe this past weekend and absolutely loved it!! Family was a little unsure about the pumpkin in it until they tried it...my boys couldn't get enough!!

Reviewed on Nov. 01, 2010 by rhender

I add 1 lb of ground cooked turkey so I can make it more often. My family, one who is very picky, love this soup. It is very filling and I serve with corn muffins - it's always a hit.

Reviewed on Oct. 31, 2010 by martinaf71

so yummy will make many more times before the weather warms

Reviewed on Oct. 31, 2010 by momawkedith

I made this for my family it fit into the weight watcher plan and they all loved it and could not guess the secret ingredient.

Reviewed on Oct. 31, 2010 by Bcooks

I used ground turkey, added a 4 oz can of green chilies, and another teaspoon of chili powder. Took it to a chili cookoff and it came in 2nd place. Many compliments on it.

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2010 by poorgran

This was absolutely delicious! I can't wait to make it again. Can't say enough about it, it was great.I mostly like "regular" chili recipes, this was a little different, will be my new favorite. You HAVE to make this!!!! Deserves more than 5 stars!

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2010 by hunterhouse

Yum! For our tastes, I omitted the yellow pepper, and grilled a couple chicken breasts on the indoor grill to replace the turkey. Used part of a packet of chili seasoning instead of the spices called for, and added a can od whole kernel corn for a bit more sweetness. Served it with shredded cheddar, tortilla chips and sour cream. Hubby loved it - even after I confessed about the pumpkin!

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2010 by sheryllayne48

I took it to a potluck untested. Everyone loved it, its a keeper!

Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2010 by sheryllayne48

I took it to a potluck untested. Everyone loved it, its a keeper!

Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2010 by lschom

Excellent - I doubled the recipe as I had 29oz can of pumpkin, there was enough room in the large crockpot.

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2010 by paloma@usa.com

For a little extra kick, I added a chopped jalapeno. It is so good, my husband requested that I make it for him to take deer hunting to share with the gang.

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2010 by keverwann

Not impressed at all, but much better than the last bean soup I made.

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2010 by LissaH.

This is a great seasonal twist to keep the family's taste buds happy.

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2010 by Paula K.

Excellent chili! I was skeptical because the recipe did not call for my usual chili ingredients; however, it was super! I substituted white chicken cubes (Schwan's product) for the turkey. Definitely a keeper and will make again!

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2010 by dkbaes

I was a little apprehensive about this one, but boy was it tasty. I think this will be one of my favorites this fall. Absolutely delicious.

Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2010 by jlhnell

I think I would try chicken next time. I would have liked a bit stronger pumpkin flavor as well. I tossed in a dash of cinammon, which added a nice flavor.

Reviewed on Oct. 04, 2010 by daisey5

I used a roasted chicken. It was very good.

Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2010 by ROY P

this chili is wonderful & low cal.

Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2010 by Pamela.H

Very good! I made this vegetarian by substituting tempeh for the turkey and vegetable broth for the chicken broth. I steamed the tempeh and then sautéed it with olive oil and a dash of chili powder, then added it to the slow cooker with the other ingredients. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again! Yum!

Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2010 by JackieRunckel

I made this recipe for the "Misplaced Mission" Chili Cook-Off at our church today. I not only won first place in the non-traditional chili category but also won the Grand Champion trophy. Everyone loved it. This was the first prize I ever won. It was very exciting and pleased all who tried it.

Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2010 by sailingboat31

I made this multiple times last Winter! It is yummy as well as very nutritional. I love it!

Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2010 by lizberrry

Everyone who has every eaten this at my house loves it. I have made it a few times since I saw it here a couple of years ago. Tried, true and great for you!

Reviewed on May. 23, 2010 by Cerri

I took it for a work potluck and didn't tell anyone it had pumpkin in it until they tried it. I went home with an empty crockpot! I love that it's so healthy!

Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2010 by lrogoz

Have made this twice now, and it is yummy! I used a pound of ground turkey breast, browned instead of cubed turkey. My kids even liked it. You don't taste the pumpkin, and it makes it more nutritious!

Reviewed on Jan. 07, 2010 by maggieaw

Tremendous! I wish there was a choice for 6 stars! Unusual ingredients make up one delicious chili. So good- just try it.

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2009 by Sweet01

I used freshly cooked (mashed) butternut squash in mine and put quite a bit extra in. Delicious! (You don't taste the pumpkin.)

Reviewed on Nov. 05, 2009 by DianeMH

Excellent healthy chili - thanks! Just printed it out to give to my daughter.

Reviewed on Nov. 02, 2009 by nramsey

This chili is fantastic! My six year old gobbles it up.

Reviewed on Oct. 31, 2009 by cookieface

AMAZING!! I added an extra teaspoon of chili powder, and decreased chicken broth by 1 cup. My husband daughter and just loved it.

Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2009 by zolagrif

I made this with ground beef instead of turkey, red beans instead of blacks, and added more salt and other seasonings (some southwest chipotle seasoning, additional cumin and chili powder) than the reciped indicated. Very hearty and filling - we liked it very much. Served with shredded cheddar on top. We will definately have this again!

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2009 by JJKJ2003

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS....I'M NOT A HUGE CHILI PERSON, BUT THIS IS SOOOOOO GOOD...COULDN'T GET ENOUGH OF IT....I DIDN'T USE THE PEPPERS AND USED MILD ROTEL FOR THE CANNED TOM. AND GROUND TURKEY....DELICIOUS!!! SERVED IT A PARTY, EVERYONE LOVED IT, AND YOU WOULD NEVER KNOW THEIR IS PUMPKIN IN IT!

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2009 by amcclure60@hotmail.com

I used a can of diced tomatoes w/ green chilies instead of plain diced tomatoes to add more flavor. Everyone loved it!

Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2009 by lp1627

Everyone in my house thought this was extremely tasty & had seconds, I added red chili flakes for some heat & used beef broth because I was out of chicken, the pumpkin makes its thick & rich, deelish!

Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2009 by Willow_s

For a Meat Free ... Spice to taste .. Omit the Meat .. Subsitute the Meat and or Broth as You would With Your Favorite ... WAH LA :)

Reviewed on Oct. 07, 2009 by shanna1060

I really liked this recipe but I added more beans and I used kidney beans because I was out of black beans

Reviewed on Oct. 03, 2009 by squibber

Delicious! I substitute 2 extra cans rinsed drained black beans for the turkey, as we generally prefer the beans to the turkey. Crush up some tortilla chips on top and add a sprinkle of cheddar...YUM!

Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2009 by marg_n_den

Black Beans "N" Pumpkin Chili

I made this for my husbnd and son. I added more chili powder, a little onion salt and pepper. When I served it I put sredded cheddar cheese on top and ate it with ritz crackers for a spooon! I rate it delicious and there was no detection of pumpkin. Very nutricious.

Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2009 by bingoqueen63

I made this for supper today.  I had left over chicken from supper last night and thought I'd try this.   I added a little more chili powder and fresh tomatoes from the garden.  My dh and I thought it was very good.  You would never know there was pumpkin in it.

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2009 by jessi11781

My husband and I love this chili! I really enjoy the sweeter flavor. We use ground turkey and sometimes add a half a can more of black beans

Reviewed on Sep. 12, 2009 by momtomatt

This is a delicious chili! I wasn't sure what my kids would think of the pumpkin, but they loved it! I used mild Rotel for the diced tomatoes, 1 lb ground turkey for the diced turkey (I browned it before adding it to the slow cooker) and low sodium chicken broth instead of regular chicken broth. I've made this chili many times and look forward to making it again now that the fall weather is almost here.

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2009 by georgeuhlig

One of the very best chili's I've ever had. Very little heat but thoroughly enjoyed by children

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Reviewed on Nov. 09, 2008 by lauracressy

This is my new faveorite chili

Reviewed on Nov. 09, 2008 by lauracressy

This is my new faveorite chili

Reviewed on Nov. 08, 2008 by Sandy Dobbs

YUM!! I served this for the first time on Halloween night, after we got back from Trick or Treating. It warmed us up in no time! It will now be a Halloween night tradition. I've shared this recipe with everyone I know.

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2008 by kschuhart

I love this and have been eating it all week. I am taking it to a chili cook off tomorrow night. The only thing I would change is to decrease the chicken broth 1/2 to 1 cup. The consistency with 3 cups made the chili more soupy, I prefer my chili thicker.

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2008 by jadedraven

I love this recipe and have made it several times already. It isn't very spicy...but I prefer it that way so that my guests can spice it to their liking

Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2008 by Meesh233

I made this for a get together and people declared it the best chili they had ever eaten. I thought it was good, but slightly bland and needs a little "something" else.

Reviewed on Oct. 06, 2008 by mkaylor

Everyone in my family that tried it thought it was great. For my taste, I thought it was a bit bland and added hot sauce to it for myself.

Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2008 by foodiereporter

This is my new favorite chili recipe!

Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2008 by LNercesian

This chili was phenominal! It was so easy to make and was so flavorful. The only addition I did was to add a minced jalapeno pepper! My family loved it! I will definitely make it again!!!