Slow-Cooker Turkey & Butternut Squash Chili

Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili with Butternut Squash

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This slow-cooker turkey and butternut squash chili is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The sweetness of the butternut squash tames the kick from cayenne, making this easy crock-pot chili just right for kids and adults alike. For those who prefer a spicier chili, just pass hot sauce at the table.

Katie Webster

Updated on April 22, 2024

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EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

This slow-cooker turkey and butternut squash chili is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The sweetness of the butternut squash tames the kick from cayenne, making this easy crock-pot chili just right for kids and adults alike. For those who prefer a spicier chili, just pass hot sauce at the table.

Prep Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

4 hrs

Total Time:

4 hrs 25 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 cups

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free High-Fiber High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed
1 large onion, diced
4 cups cubed butternut squash
1 cup water
¼ cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, for serving
½ cup sliced scallions, for serving
Hot sauce, for serving

Directions

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add turkey and cook, breaking it up into chunks, until no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
Add tomatoes, kidney beans, onion, squash, water, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, garlic, cinnamon, salt and cayenne to the slow cooker; stir to combine. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours.
Remove lid and stir to combine. Serve hot, topped with Cheddar, scallions and hot sauce, if desired.

Tips

To make ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Equipment: 5- to 6-quart slow cooker

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, August 2019

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

276	Calories
6g	Fat
35g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 1/3 cups
Calories 276
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 35g	13%
Dietary Fiber 13g	45%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 22g	45%
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Cholesterol 43mg	14%
Vitamin A 10249IU	205%
Vitamin C 17mg	19%
Folate 55mcg	14%
Sodium 736mg	32%
Calcium 80mg	6%
Iron 4mg	21%
Magnesium 54mg	13%
Potassium 791mg	17%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili with Butternut Squash

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