Hello Everyone! I would just like to share that I bought a jasmine plant about a month ago, and it is finally in bloom! I am so happy that I have been able to keep it alive, and also that I live in Florida, and there is no snow!

Butternut Squash Turkey Chili | Simply Scrumptious by Sarah — My Jasmine plant smells heavenly and is in full bloom!!!

Today I am going to share a recipe for Butternut Squash Turkey Chili. It is completely Whole30 compliant, and also Paleo compliant; so it’s super healthy. It is also super easy, and truly a one pot meal! Instead of using beans, as a traditional chili, I substitute butternut squash. It lightens it up and gives the chili a whole new flair! This meal also freezes well, so I like to make a big pot and freeze individual portions. When I need an easy lunch to take to work, or I don’t feel like cooking dinner, it is there. I hope you all will give it a try and enjoy it! Thank you for reading my blog!!!

Yield: 5-6

Butternut Squash Turkey Chili

Name: Butternut Squash Turkey Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Paleo
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil; 1 lb ground turkey; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1/2 onion, chopped; 1 stalk of celery, chopped; 2 Tbsp chili powder; 1 Tbsp ground cumin; 1 tsp crushed red pepper; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; 1 small/medium butternut squash, coarsely chopped (about 12 ounces, you could also use pre-chopped butternut squash to save time); 1 can(15oz) fire roasted tomatoes; 1/4 cup water; Toppings as desired(guacamole, fresh jalapeno, fresh cilantro, etc.)

An easy Whole30 compliant and Paleo Turkey Butternut Squash Chili

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground turkey
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 onion, chopped
1 stalk of celery, chopped
2 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp crushed red pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 small/medium butternut squash, coarsely chopped (about 12 ounces, you could also use pre-chopped butternut squash to save time)
1 can(15oz) fire roasted tomatoes
1/4 cup water
Toppings as desired(guacamole, fresh jalapeno, fresh cilantro, etc.)

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the turkey and cook until browned. Next add the garlic, onion, celery, chili powder, cumin, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook over medium high heat, stirring frequently, until the onion and celery are tender. Next add in the butternut squash, tomatoes, and water. Stir, and bring the mixture to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling, lower the temperature so that the chili simmers. Let the chili simmer at least 15 minutes, until the butternut squash is tender. Taste and add more salt or crushed red pepper as desired. Serve with toppings. I love serving with guacamole or avocado!

Notes

Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 276Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 383mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 5gSugar: 3gProtein: 21g

Nutrition Information is automatically calculated by Nutritionix and may not always be accurate.

14 Comments

Alfred Ajaeb

26 February, 2019 at 7:08 AM Reply

Nice job! Keep up the good work and I look forward to sampling this recipe!

Sarah

26 February, 2019 at 7:14 AM Reply

Thank you!

Jere Cassidy

27 February, 2019 at 10:38 PM Reply

I always like to find a new take on chili and yours just sounds delicious with the butternut squash. I now want to get a jasmine plant, that smell is glorious.

Sarah

27 February, 2019 at 10:48 PM Reply

Thank you! Yes the jasmine is amazing!!!

Lisa Bynum

27 February, 2019 at 10:49 PM Reply

I have tried sweet potato in chili, but never butternut squash. I’m excited to try this new combo!
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Sarah

27 February, 2019 at 10:51 PM Reply

Thanks! Hope you enjoy!!

Valentina

28 February, 2019 at 12:05 AM Reply

I love when I’m walking my dogs and pass by jasmine. The scent is so wonderful. So nice you have your own plant. The chili looks wonderful — delicious idea to combine the squash and turkey.
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Sarah

28 February, 2019 at 9:52 AM Reply

Thank you!

Tracy

28 February, 2019 at 12:20 AM Reply

What a great switch up on a chili – and so healthy! I’ve never thought of putting butternut squash in a chili – great idea!
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Sarah

28 February, 2019 at 9:52 AM Reply

Thanks!!

Natalie

28 February, 2019 at 12:55 AM Reply

Looks so comforting and delicious! Can’t wait to try this recipe soon!
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Sarah

28 February, 2019 at 9:53 AM Reply

Thank you!

Kate

20 March, 2019 at 10:46 PM Reply

I love this recipe idea! I am always trying to sneak vegetables into foods and butternut squash is so perfect for making chili healthier and tastier. I see you’re in Florida… I am in the Bahamas. Hello neighbor!
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Sarah

20 March, 2019 at 10:50 PM Reply

Thank you! Yes, I love my veggies! Isn’t living in the south wonderful!? I bet the Bahamas are beautiful!!