Black Bean ‘n’ Pumpkin Chili

Yield: 10 Servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin (or cooked from fresh)
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Cubed avocado and thinly sliced green onions, optional

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
2. Add remaining ingredients, cover and simmer for about an hour on medium low. Alternatively, you can transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker and cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours.
3. If desired, top with avocado and green onions.

Nutritional Facts

1 cup equals 192 calories, 5 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 28 mg cholesterol, 658 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 16 g protein.

Source: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/black-bean–n–pumpkin-chili