Easy Ground Beef Pumpkin Chili (Low Carb)
This Easy Ground Beef Pumpkin Chili is a hearty low carb pumpkin chili made with ground beef, canned pumpkin, tomato sauce, and chili seasoning. It's a simple one-pot dinner that's high in protein, naturally thick without beans, and perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 can tomato sauce 15oz
- 2 tablespoons chili seasoning
Instructions
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the pumpkin purée, tomato sauce, and chili seasoning until everything is evenly combined.
- Bring the chili to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Cook for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to keep the chili from sticking as it thickens.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, or avocado.
Notes
- Simmer a little longer if you'd like an extra thick chili.
- Ground turkey or ground chicken can be substituted for the ground beef.
- Taste before serving and add extra chili seasoning if desired.
- Finish with shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, avocado, or sour cream.
- Store leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Calories: 252
- Protein: 22g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fat: 14g
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