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Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Chili

This recipe is the perfect combination of squash, beans, peppers, and tomatoes all slow-cooked in a savory broth. This healthy chili is guaranteed to satisfy!

Ingredients :

  • For the Chili
  • 1 medium butternut squash approx. 2 pounds, peeled, cut into half inch pieces
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 15 ounces canned black beans 1 can, drained and rinsed
  • 15 ounces canned red kidney beans 1 can, drained and rinsed, or great northern beans
  • 14 ounces canned petite diced tomatoes with juices, 1 can
  • 2 bell peppers any color, diced
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • toppings as desired see notes

Directions :

  • Drain beans and rinse well.
  • Place all chili ingredients in the slow cooker, mix, and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until butternut squash is tender.
  • Remove 2 cups of the chili and mash, return to the pot and stir in.
  • Serve with desired toppings.