Turkey, Squash and Black Bean Chili

By sheilaolim

Butternut squash adds additional nutrients, flavor, and bulk to Turkey, Squash and Black Bean Chili. Serve this easy one-dish dinner over brown rice, or with warm corn tortillas or cornbread on the side.

Nutritional Information
Amount per serving

Calories: 400
Fat: 24g
Saturated fat: 6g
Protein: 21g
Carbohydrate: 32g
Fiber: 8g
Cholesterol: 99mg
Sodium: 1191mg

Ingredients

• 8 ounces peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes
• 1 15.5-oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place squash in a microwave-safe bowl, cover and microwave on high until soft when pierced with a paring knife, about 3 minutes.
2. Warm oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add turkey, chili powder, cumin and salt; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until meat is no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomatoes, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer until tomatoes have cooked down and mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add squash and beans; cook, stirring, until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Serve hot.