Best 7 Spicy Butternut Squash Chili Recipes

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Calling all chili lovers, vegetarians, and vegans! We have a unique and flavorful recipe for you - the Spicy Butternut Squash Chili. This hearty chili is made with roasted butternut squash, black beans, corn, and a blend of spices that will warm you up from the inside out. It's perfect for a chilly day or as a hearty meal any time of year.

This Spicy Butternut Squash Chili is not only delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients. Butternut squash is a good source of vitamins A, C, and potassium, while black beans and corn are good sources of protein and fiber. The chili is also vegan and gluten-free, making it a great option for people with dietary restrictions.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes variations for a slow cooker or Instant Pot, so you can make it in the way that best fits your lifestyle. We've also included a recipe for a creamy avocado sauce that you can serve on top of the chili for an extra boost of flavor and creaminess.

Whether you're a seasoned chili pro or new to the world of spicy soups, this Spicy Butternut Squash Chili is sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and get cooking!

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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This sweet and spicy butternut squash chili is sure to be a crowd pleaser and won first place in our office chili cook-off.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chili Without Beans Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 pound ground beef
1 pound cubed butternut squash
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 tablespoon brown sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add beef and cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to the bottom of a slow cooker and add butternut squash and frozen mixed vegetables. Stir in diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chipotle peppers in adobo, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar; mix together.
  • Set heat to High; wait to bring to a simmer. Cover, set heat to Low and cook, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 858.6 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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This is a deliciously hearty, vegetarian butternut squash chili that I concocted years ago which is popular with the entire family.

Provided by Maraia Hoffman

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons salted butter
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 (32 ounce) cartons low-sodium vegetable broth
1 large butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 (16 ounce) cans chili beans
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in cornstarch and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and butternut squash; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until butternut squash is soft, 7 to 10 minutes. Carefully transfer contents to a blender (in batches) and blend until smooth and thick.
  • Return blended mixture to the pot and add diced tomatoes, chili beans, corn, cream, Italian seasoning, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Simmer until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.6 calories, Carbohydrate 73.9 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 14.3 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 1343 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH SPICY CHILLI



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A substantial supper that makes the most of seasonal squash

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small butternut squash , halved lengthways and seeds scraped out
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red onion , chopped
2 red chillies , deseeded and finely chopped
2 tsp ground cumin
250g lean beef mince
2 tbsp tomato purée
410g can kidney bean , drained and rinsed
half bunch coriander , leaves chopped
50g spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Rub the squash with a little oil, then roast them on a baking tray for 45 mins until soft.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan, then fry the onion for a few mins until soft. Stir in the chilli and cumin, fry for 1 min more, then add the mince, browning for 3-4 mins. Stir in the purée and beans with a splash of water and season. Warm through and keep warm. Or cool, freeze for up to 1 month, then defrost and reheat.
  • Scoop a little of the soft squash flesh out to make a hollow, then stir this into the chilli with half the coriander. Fill the cavity of each squash with a quarter of the mix, then scatter with the remaining coriander. Dress the spinach with a drop more olive oil, season and serve alongside the squash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 0.92 milligram of sodium

SPICED BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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I love how a hint of heat with a touch of sweetness from the Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar adds another layer of flavor to this contest-winning chili recipe from Jeanne Larson of Rancho Santa Margarita, California. -Peggy Woodward, Taste of Home Food Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef or turkey
3/4 cup chopped red onion
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 to 2 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 to 15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar
3 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Optional: Chopped avocado, plain Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef and onion, crumbling meat, until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes., Add next 5 ingredients; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in water, both types of beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and spicy chocolate cinnamon sugar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Stir in squash; simmer, covered, until squash is tender, 20-25 minutes. Stir in vinegar. , If desired, serve with chopped avocado, Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND MOROCCAN SPICES



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This Moroccan-inspired take on vegetable chili is not so much spicy as it is spiced, using ingredients you're likely to have stocked in your pantry. In place of the same old kidney beans, this recipe uses butternut squash, cauliflower and chickpeas, making it a lighter, fresher update on the classic dish. Like any good pot of chili, this is even better reheated the next day.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, one pot, soups and stews, vegetables, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground sweet or hot paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
1 (2- to 2 1/2-pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 medium head cauliflower, trimmed and cored
Plain yogurt or sour cream, for serving (optional)
Thinly sliced scallions, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium. Add the onions, chili powder, paprika, cumin and cinnamon, and cook until tender, stirring often and lowering the heat as necessary to keep the spices from burning, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. (Be careful not to let the garlic burn.)
  • Add the squash, chickpeas, broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar and 2 teaspoons salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cut the cauliflower into bite-size florets, trimming and discarding any long stems.
  • Add the cauliflower to the pot and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the chili is thick and the vegetables are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt, and serve hot, with yogurt and scallions, if desired.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH SPICY CHILI



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Make and share this Butternut Squash With Spicy Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 butternut squash, halved lengthways and seeds scraped out
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
2 red chili peppers, deseeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
9 ounces ground beef
2 tablespoons tomato paste
14 ounces kindney beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 ounce cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400°F.
  • Rub the squash with a little oil then roast them on a baking tray for 45 minutes until soft.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan, then fry the onion for a few mins until soft.
  • Stir in the chili and cumin, fry for 1 min more then add the ground beef, browning for 3-4 minutes
  • Stir in the tomato paste and beans with a splash of water and season. Warm through and keep warm. Or cool, freeze for up to 1 month and re-heat.
  • Scoop a little of the soft sqush flesh out to make a hollow, then stir this into the chili with half the cilantro.
  • Fill the cavity of each squash with a quarter of the mix then scatter with the remaining cilantro.
  • Serve with a green salad and crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.5, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 42.8, Sodium 134, Carbohydrate 73.2, Fiber 12.6, Sugar 15.9, Protein 18.7

SPICY BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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This recipe is based on one from Carl Jerome's cookbook, Cooking for a New Earth. This is a microwave recipe. He says in its intro, "The spicy coating on these cubes of rich butternut squash can be either sweet or hot, depending on the kind of chili powder used. When the chili powder is barely hot, the sweet taste of the squash will dominate; if it is fiery hot, it will add contrast to this autumn vegetable. This versatile recipe can be served as part of a cold meal in August, when the first winter squashes appear in the market, or hot from the oven during the winter months."

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons chili powder
1 large lemon, juiced
3 lbs butternut squash, split lengthwise with a sharp, heavy chef's knife, the seeds and fibrous center scooped out of the c

Steps:

  • Mix chili powder and lemon juice together in small bowl. Place the squash in a very large microwave-safe bowl and pour the spicy lemon juice over it. Toss to coat cubes evenly. Push cubes toward the sides of the bowl so that they cook evenly.
  • Cover and microwave on high (100%) for 14 minutes. The squash is done when the tip of a small sharp knife or toothpick slides through a few of the cubes easily. Until done, re-cover and microwave at 2 minute intervals.
  • If serving hot, scoop onto plate with a large serving spoon and serve immediately. If serving cold, refrigerate until cool.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut butternut squash or frozen butternut squash cubes.
  • If you don't have chili powder, you can use a blend of cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to balance the heat of the chili.
  • If you like a thicker chili, mash some of the butternut squash before adding it to the pot.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, diced avocado, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This spicy butternut squash chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of butternut squash, black beans, and corn gives the chili a hearty and flavorful base, while the chili powder and cumin add a touch of spice. This chili is also a great source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.

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