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butternut squash turkey chili

Filling and spicy, low in calories, this easy butternut squash turkey chili comes together in just 30-minutes!
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Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 286kcal
Author: Nichole Crews

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ yellow onion - diced
  • 2 garlic cloves - minced
  • 1 jalapeño - diced, seeds removed
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 15- ounce can black beans - drained
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups butternut squash - cubed
  • 1 14.5- ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • cilantro - to garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, yellow onion and jalapeño. Saute for 5-7 minutes, until onions are translucent. Stir in garlic and saute for 2 minutes, until garlic is fragrant.
  • Add turkey, and break up into pieces using a wooden spoon, inside the pot. Cook until all sides are browned, about 12-14 minutes.
  • Add in drained beans, chicken broth, squash, and all spices. Gently combine.
  • Increase temperature, to a boil then reduce to low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and dig in! Top with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 6g
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