Butternut Squash Black Bean Chili mixes the sweetness of butternut squash with the spicy flavors of chili. The perfect fall chili recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 45 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour
Servings 6people
Ingredients
1/2lb.Ground BeefUse 90% lean
1/2cupRed Bell Pepperchopped
1cuponionChopped
1tbsp.garlicminced
2cupsButternut Squashcubed
15ouncesBlack BeansCanned black beans; drained
1cup Vegetable Stock
3tbsp.chili powder
1 tbsp. cumin
1/2tbsp.Ground Coriander
1tsp.Oregano
14ouncesCanned Petite Diced Tomatoes
salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
In a large pot or dutch oven saute the ground beef with the peppers, garlic and onions.
When the beef is browned add in the butternut squash, chili powder, coriander, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Saute for 5 minutes.
Now you'll add in the canned diced tomatoes, black beans and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil then reduce to low and simmer for 45 minutes. If you want this to finish in the slow cooker, then transfer to a slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
Notes
Make it Vegan/Vegetarian- Omit the ground beef and add an extra can of beans.This recipe is gluten free.