How to Make Pumpkin Pineapple Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, nothing quite hits the spot like a hearty bowl of chili. And if you're looking to switch things up this fall, look no further than this Pumpkin Pineapple Chili recipe. This unique twist on the classic dish adds a touch of sweetness and creaminess, thanks to the addition of pumpkin and pineapple.

Combining the earthy flavors of pumpkin with the tangy sweetness of pineapple, this chili is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling warm and satis...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (4 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 27 mins
  • Total Time: 47 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Spread corn and pineapple onto a baking sheet.
  • Broil corn and pineapple in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion, mushrooms, yellow bell pepper, carrot, garlic, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper in the hot oil until softened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine roasted corn-pineapple mixture, onion mixture, vegetable broth, tomatoes, pumpkin puree, black beans, coconut milk, and cilantro in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, 10 to 15 minutes. Garnish each serving with Cheddar cheese.
  • Nutrition

    315 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 991mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 47mg
    • Calcium: 132mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 823mg