Healthy Meat & Poultry Recipes Healthy Turkey Recipes Turkey Main Dish Recipes Healthy Turkey Chili Recipes Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili with Butternut Squash 3.9 (11) 8 Reviews 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. By Katie Webster Katie Webster Facebook Instagram Twitter Katie Webster is a freelance recipe developer, food photographer and author of the blog HealthySeasonalRecipes.com, where she shares easy and nutritious recipes for busy families. Her recipes have appeared in EatingWell, Fitness, Parents, Parenting and several Edible Communities publications. Her recipes and photography have been featured on popular online sites, including Kitchn and Parade. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 28, 2021 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 4 hrs Total Time: 4 hrs 25 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 8 cups Nutrition Profile: Dairy-Free Egg Free Gluten-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity High Fiber High-Protein Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts 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 Rate it Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 276 Calories 6g Fat 35g Carbs 22g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label 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. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved