Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground spicy Italian sausage
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
3/4 tsp ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 (15 oz) cans fire-roasted tomatoes, not drained
1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
Optional garnishes: roasted pumpkin seeds, sour cream, shredded sharp cheddar, avocado
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, 8–10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 10–12 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cinnamon. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, pumpkin purée, chicken broth, and sausage. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with desired garnishes.
Notes
- Omit sausage and use extra beans or vegan ground for a vegetarian version.
- Swap with plant-based sausage and vegetable broth for a vegan version.
- Use mild sausage or turkey for a less spicy chili.
- Add smoked paprika or chipotle peppers for extra smoky depth.
- Boost heartiness with cooked quinoa, farro, or sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg