Description
Spicy Chili Butternut Stew is the perfect comfort food, bringing warmth and flavor to chilly days. This hearty dish combines creamy butternut squash, protein-rich black beans, and zesty spices in a delightful medley that’s sure to please your taste buds. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this one-pot wonder will fill your kitchen with inviting aromas and make every spoonful a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups cubed)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté the chopped onions until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for about 1 minute.
- Add cubed butternut squash, diced tomatoes (with juices), and black beans; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes until the squash is tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice if using before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg