[header] How to make pumpkin chili [title] Peel and cut the pumpkin. [step] Before adding it to your chili, you need to peel and cut your pumpkin. To make the process easier, cut the pumpkin in half and then remove the seeds. 
From there, place each slice in a small dish of water and microwave for 5 minutes. You can then easily peel off the skin.