Description

This Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for cozy gatherings. Combining the warm spices of chili and pumpkin pie spice with the texture of beans and pure pumpkin puree, it offers a unique twist on traditional chili that’s both comforting and nutritious. The slow cooking process melds the ingredients beautifully, delivering a rich and fragrant chili that’s easy to prepare and perfect for autumn or winter meals.

Ingredients

Scale

Chili Ingredients

½ white onion, diced
3 (15 oz) cans chili beans
1 (15 oz) can pure canned pumpkin puree
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Garnish and Serving

Freshly minced parsley (for garnish)
Baguette slices (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: Add the diced white onion, chili beans, pumpkin puree, black beans, tomato paste, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and pumpkin pie spice into the slow cooker. Stir all ingredients thoroughly to combine them evenly.
Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or on LOW for 8 hours, depending on your schedule. Stir the chili halfway through the cooking process to ensure even cooking and blending of flavors.
Serve: Once cooking is complete, taste and add more salt if needed. Garnish with freshly minced parsley for a fresh finish. Serve the chili hot alongside baguette slices if desired for a complete meal.

Notes

You can adjust the chili powder and pumpkin pie spice amounts to suit your spice preference.
For a thicker chili, you can cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to reduce excess liquid.
This chili freezes well and can be reheated for quick meals.
Serve with sour cream or shredded cheese if you want to add dairy toppings.
Make sure to stir halfway through cooking to avoid sticking and ensure even flavor distribution.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American