Healthy Pumpkin Chili made in a pressure cooker, perfect for celebrating the transition to fall. This recipe is a favorite for easy, make-ahead lunches and was a hit even with those unsure about pumpkin in chili.
1. Turn your pressure cooker on to sauté mode. Add a little oil and brown 1 lb of ground beef with a little salt and pepper sprinkled on top until it’s browned. Drain and remove the beef.
2. Add 1 diced onion and 2 diced bell peppers to the pressure cooker. Sauté for 2-3 minutes. Turn off the sauté function.
3. Add the cooked meat back to the pot along with 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, and 1 tsp paprika.
4. Stir all ingredients together well.
5. Lock on the lid and cook on HIGH pressure for 10 minutes.
6. Let it sit for 5 minutes for a natural pressure release, then quick release any remaining pressure.
