You guys, it has happened.
Hell hath frozen over.
Florida saw 48 hours of chilly weather last week. And seriously, I could not bring out my Winter clothes fast enough. Because I OWN THEM. That’s literally the only reason. I have invested money and purchased something that I never get to use, so you bet your ass the second those temperatures drop I’m bringin’ out the oversized sweater cardigan and long-sleeved shirts.
Oh, and of course I celebrated Winter with chili.
Has anyone else ever noticed that people always make soups and chili when it’s cold outside, as if we don’t eat hot food for dinner when it’s hot outside? Like the other day, my mom’s friend gave her some soup she’d made for us to try, and this was back when it was 80 degrees outside (5 days ago). I said “no thanks it’s too hot outside”. Come on, Christina. Like you’re going to eat something cold for dinner. Why do we go straight for soup/chili when it’s “Winter”?
Whatever, it made sense in my head.
So, I titled this recipe with the word ‘simple’ because IT IS SO EFFING EASY. Seriously, I put this together so fast. Ableit, you have to let it cook for about an hour, but assembly was a piece of cake. This is the perfect meal for a Sunday night because you will have great leftovers for the rest of the week (and did I mention it’s easy?)
The flavor combination was heavenly for this dish. And for chili, I love playing around with toppings. Here are a few options to get you started:
Crumlbed tortilla chips
Avocado
Shredded cheese
Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley
Sriracha
This chili is also full of nutrients and doesn’t skimp out on protein.
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rachel at athletic avocado says
i always pull out my slow cooker once it starts to get cold because I know that homemade chili and soup are gonna happen soon! I appreciate that this has both pumpkin and sweet potatoes because I can never get enough beta carotene!
She Rocks Fitness says
This is definitely a simple and awesome recipe! I cannot wait to make this on a very cold winter night…Thanks for sharing! XOXO
Ashley @ Fit Mitten Kitchen says
All of this, YES PLEASE. I think I prefer veggie chili over meat chili most of the time now. (My husband would be mad at me for saying that, but it is true!)
Natalie @ A Fit Philosophy says
I’m not vegetarian, but this sure makes me want to become a vegetarian! YUMMMMMMMY! I think I’ll have to make this to close out my 2015 year! Love me some pumpkin! Happy new year girl! #BGBCommunity
Alyssa @ Renaissancerunnergirl says
It’s funny, but in true heat of summer I actually do eat very few “hot foods” and mostly those are foods you grill, lots of grilled chicken and fish and veggies. Never any hot breakfasts other than eggs (who can be bothered with oats and bakes, too warm and dense) and always salads and snack plates all day! And ice cream. Lots of it.
Margaret @ youngandrungry says
Wowza that is easy! I’ve been waiting for this moment since your snapchats from the other weekend and it looks even better up close!
Emilie @ Emilie Eats says
Ughhhhh this looks so good!! Even though it has barely dropped below 65 degrees down here (lol), I’m still wanting all the warm, comforting meals to pretend like it’s actually winter here. I need this chili now!!
Jess @hellotofit says
I roasted a chicken in the hot weather earlier this week and it was whack haha. This looks so so good! Love the addition of canned pumpkin.
Ultra energy az says
These sound SO deliciously unique! Apple in particular, but the addition of pumpkin pie spice surprised me as well!