Butternut Squash And Turkey Chili Recipe

Transform leftover butternut squash into a hearty and flavorful chili! This recipe combines tender butternut squash with lean ground turkey for a satisfying and surprisingly sweet chili. Customize the sweetness to your liking with a touch of honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar. A perfect fall or winter warmer, this chili is quick, easy, and bursting with delicious flavors. (Note: This recipe uses canned hominy, not corn grits.)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 288.5 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Butternut Squash And Turkey Chili

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How to Make Butternut Squash And Turkey Chili

  1. Finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 cloves garlic.
  2. In a large non-stick stockpot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add 1 pound of lean ground turkey to the pot and cook over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (approximately 8-10 minutes). Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add 1.5 pounds of cubed butternut squash (about 1 medium squash) to the pot and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 (15-ounce) can of hominy (drained and rinsed), 1 (10-ounce) can of diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  6. Add 1/4 cup of your choice of sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar).
  7. Bring the chili to a boil over medium-high heat.
  8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender and the flavors have melded.
  9. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

8g

Carbs

12g