Best 9 Butternut Squash Ground Beef Chili Recipes

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Butternut squash ground beef chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of butternut squash with the savory flavors of ground beef, chili spices, and a variety of vegetables. This recipe is perfect for a cold winter day or a busy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up any leftover butternut squash you may have. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying chili that the whole family will love.

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BEEF AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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A sweeter version of a traditional chili using honey and cinnamon. The butternut squash is a wonderful addition adding more nutrients and balancing out the tomato flavor of traditional chili.

Provided by Brooke Anderson

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1 medium butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 ½ cups beef broth
1 cup water
1 tablespoon honey
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook and stir until no pink remains, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer beef to a bowl and sprinkle with salt.
  • Add remaining olive oil to the Dutch oven. When hot, add butternut squash and onion. Cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chili powder and cinnamon; cook for 1 minute.
  • Add cooked beef, tomatoes, broth, water, and honey; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until squash is nice and soft and beef is tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Add beans and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 991.4 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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Add butternut squash to chili for a tasty, filling, energy-packed dish your whole family will love. Mine does! -Jeanne Larson, Mission Viejo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 15

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
3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash, (1/2-in. 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 and tomato sauce. 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. Diabetic Exchanges

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI WITH BEEF AND BEANS



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This healthy chili recipe features butternut squash and beef as the main ingredients. The chili is gluten-free, packed with veggies, and rich in fiber and protein. The ingredients include red kidney beans, green bell pepper, corn, garlic, and tomatoes. This healthy comfort food makes a hearty dinner in the fall and winter. The butternut squash chili will also be a great addition to your holiday menu, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve.

Provided by Julia

Categories     Soup

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 lb butternut squash (peeled and chopped into 3/4 inch cubes (1/4 of whole squash or 2 cups chopped squash))
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
15 oz red kidney beans (from the can, rinsed)
7.5 oz corn (from the can, rinsed)
28 oz tomatoes (from the can (I used peeled tomatoes Cento San Marzano brand))
2 cups water
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt (at least )
1/4 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
4 green onions (chopped)
1/4 cup Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain the ground beef of any fat.
  • To the same pan, add cubed butternut squash, chopped green bell pepper, minced garlic, kidney beans, corn, and canned tomatoes.
  • Use a spoon to break all tomatoes into small bites.
  • Add 2 cups of water.
  • Season with 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and salt to taste (at least 1/2 teaspoon of salt).
  • Mix everything well, and bring to boil. Reduce to simmer. Cook on low simmer for about 20-25 minutes until squash is tender. Remove from heat.
  • Add extra chili powder, if you want more heat. Season with more salt, if necessary.
  • Serve topped with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Sodium 318 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEEF AND SUMMER SQUASH CHILI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 ounces ground beef chuck
1 onion, chopped
1 poblano chile pepper, seeded and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 15-ounce can pinto beans (do not drain)
2 medium zucchini and/or yellow squash, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 avocado, diced
Fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the onion, poblano and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until combined, about 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes and the beans and their liquid to the pot; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir the squash into the pot. Partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and the chili thickens slightly, about 10 minutes (add up to ½ cup water if the chili is too thick). Season with salt. Top each serving of chili with the avocado and some cilantro.

BUTTERNUT GOULASH



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We make this treasured family goulash recipe using squash from our own backyard. The chili powder and cayenne really warm you up! -Allison Wilmarth, Forest City, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large red pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 can (28 ounces) no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
1-1/2 cups peeled butternut squash, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups chopped zucchini
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add beef, red pepper and onion; cook, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 6-8 minutes; drain., Add the next eight ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, about 20 minutes; add zucchini. Continue simmering until vegetables are tender, another 20-25 minutes. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEFY BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound beef chuck or stewing meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup finely chopped white onion
1 cup seeded and chopped red bell pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons hot sauce (recommended: Frank's Red Hot Sauce)
3 cloves garlic, grated on rasp or finely minced
1 pound ground chuck (80-percent lean)
1 1/2 cups beef stock
1 1/2 cups red wine (recommended: any inexpensive Chianti)
2 tablespoons fine cornmeal
1 (1 1/2 pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, oregano, pumpkin pie spice, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil, beef cubes and half of the seasoning. Cook until the beef is browned on all sides but not cooked through, about 7 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon to a plate. Add the onions, bell peppers, tomato paste, hot sauce and garlic. Stir and cook until everything turns a dark reddish brown, about 10 minutes. Add the ground chuck and sprinkle over the remaining seasoning. Stir and cook until the beef is browned, and then add the reserved beef chunks back to the pot along with the stock, wine, cornmeal and squash. Raise the heat until it comes to a boil, and then lower to a simmer. Cover and cook until the beef is tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Uncover and let the chili cook until it is thick and the liquid is reduced, another 15 minutes.

BEEF AND SQUASH CHILI



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A warming beef chili gets serious depth from toasted chiles and a touch of sweetness from squash.

Provided by Dawn Perry

Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Dinner     Squash     Winter     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 dried ancho chile
1 dried pasilla chile
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1/2" pieces
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 large white onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (12-ounce) bottle lager
1/2 acorn squash, scrubbed, sliced into thin wedges, then into 1" pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Sour cream
Chopped avocado
Sliced red onion (for serving)

Steps:

  • Toast chiles in a dry small skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally and pressing down to help them make contact with the pan, until darkened in color and beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cover with 2 cups boiling water; let sit 30 minutes to soften. Drain; remove seeds and stems. Purée chiles and broth in a blender until smooth, about 1 minute.
  • Once chiles have soaked 10 minutes, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high. Season beef with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over, about 5 minutes. At this point, quite a bit of liquid will have accumulated; continue to cook until it has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Transfer beef to a plate.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to pot, then white onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until softened, 6-8 minutes; onion juices will help loosen anything left on bottom of pot. Add cumin and oregano and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Return beef to pot and add beer. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until almost completely reduced, about 4 minutes. Add chile purée, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is slightly thickened and meat is tender, 20-25 minutes. Add squash; cover and cook until tender, 10-15 minutes. Stir in lime juice.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F. Toss pumpkin seeds and remaining 1 teaspoon oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
  • Serve chili topped with sour cream, avocado, red onion, and toasted pumpkin seeds.
  • Do Ahead
  • Chili can be made 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill, or freeze up to 1 month.

BEEF AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by KatrinaB

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 pound stew beef cut into bite size pieces
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, chopped fine
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup dry red wine
1 5 ounce can tomato paste
1 28 ounce can whole tomatoes
2 tablespoons hot Mexican chili powder
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 ounces frozen cubed butternut squash
1 cup water
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons butternut squash seed oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut stew beef into bite size pieces and coat with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in dutch oven. Brown beef, remove and set aside. Heat remaining oil in dutch oven. Add chopped onion and cook 3 minutes or until translucent. Add garlic, jalapeno and bell pepper and cook 2 or 3 minutes. Add wine and stir in tomato paste. Add whole tomatoes and crush with wooden spoon. Return cooked beef to the pot. Add spices, stir to combine, cover and simmer for one hour. Add butternut squash and water and simmer for one more hour, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and finish with red wine vinegar (and optional butternut squash seed oil.)

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash that is firm and heavy for its size, with a deep orange color. Avoid squash with blemishes or soft spots.
  • Roast the butternut squash before adding it to the chili: Roasting brings out the squash's sweetness and caramelizes its natural sugars. To roast the squash, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and toss the squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly browned.
  • Use a good quality ground beef: The ground beef is the star of the show in this chili, so it's important to use a good quality beef that is at least 80% lean. You can also use ground turkey or chicken if you prefer.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: The spices are what give this chili its flavor, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount. Chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika are all essential spices for chili. You can also add other spices to taste, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or cayenne pepper.
  • Let the chili simmer for a while: Simmering allows the flavors to develop and meld together. The longer you simmer the chili, the better it will taste. Aim to simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour if you have the time.

Conclusion:

This butternut squash ground beef chili is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold night. It's also a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. The chili is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. If you like your chili spicy, add some more cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder chili, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or omit it altogether. No matter how you make it, this chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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