Butternut Squash Turkey Chili
This healthy one-pot butternut squash turkey chili is packed with 40 g protein per serving! Perfect for meal prep or cozy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1/2-1 tbsp chili powder (depending on spice preference)
- 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 lb ground turkey (I use 93% lean)
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups chicken broth, low sodium
- 3 cups butternut squash, chopped into 1/2" cubes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and peppers and cook for 3-5 minutes until onions become translucent, stirring often.
- Add garlic and spices and stir. Cook for another minute.
- Add ground turkey and break up into small chunks. Mix to combine with veggies, stirring frequently.
- Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beans, and broth and stir to combine.
- Add butternut squash and cover and cook for about 25 more minutes, or until squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Serve and add toppings of choice, such as cilantro, avocado, cheese, sour cream, or crushed corn chips.