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Instructions
1
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp oil and the ground turkey. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes or until liquid evaporates. Remove the turkey from the pot.
2
Add 1 more tbsp olive oil, shallots, onions, and both peppers to the pot. Cook until soft, about 8-10 minutes.
3
Mix in all the spices, salt, black pepper and cook 1-2 minutes.
4
Stir in tomato paste (plus a touch more oil if it’s looking dry) and cook for 1 minute.
5
Mix in the pumpkin puree, cook for 1 minute, then add the crushed tomatoes and broth.
6
Add the turkey back to the pot and stir in the maple syrup.
7
Cover pot with a lid, reduce heat to simmer, and cook for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Mix in the sweet potatoes and beans, cover, and cook for another 30 minutes. Be sure to dice your sweet potatoes small or they may take longer to cook.
9
Ladle generous servings into bowls and load it up with your favorite toppings. We like to top ours with shredded cheese, sour cream, pepitas, green onions, avocado, and chips.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Turkey Properly for Depth 🍗Don't skip browning the ground turkey—break it into small chunks and let them develop a golden crust over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes before adding aromatics to build a rich, savory foundation for your chili.
- Bloom Spices in Oil First 🌶️Toast your cumin, chili powder, cinnamon, and garlic powder in olive oil for 30-60 seconds before adding liquid ingredients to unlock their essential oils and create exponentially more complex, aromatic flavors.
- Balance Sweet and Savory Strategically 🎃Add the maple syrup and pumpkin puree after the tomato paste has caramelized slightly, then taste and adjust—this prevents the chili from becoming too sweet while allowing the warm spices to complement both elements harmoniously.
- Dice Sweet Potatoes Smaller Than Beans 🥔Cut sweet potatoes into ¼-inch cubes rather than larger pieces so they cook in the same 20-25 minute simmering time as the beans, ensuring everything reaches perfect tenderness simultaneously.
- Make a Fresh Garnish Trio for Impact ✨Prepare toasted pepitas, diced avocado, and sliced green onions separately and add them just before serving—this creates textural contrast, prevents sogginess, and delivers vibrant, fresh flavors that elevate the entire dish.
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