Description
A hearty and comforting slow cooker chili featuring tender butternut squash, farro, and a blend of beans in a flavorful tomato base, perfect for a nutritious and warming meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup farro, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Peel and dice the butternut squash, chop the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic cloves to have all ingredients ready for the slow cooker.
- Add to slow cooker: Place the diced butternut squash, onion, bell pepper, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, black beans, cannellini beans, vegetable broth, rinsed farro, chili powder, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and black pepper into a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Cook the chili: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours until the squash and farro are tender and flavors have melded together.
- Serve: Spoon the chili into bowls and add any desired toppings such as sour cream, cheese, or fresh herbs. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Farro adds a nutty flavor and chewy texture; rinse it well before adding to remove any dust.
- Adjust seasoning after cooking to taste; add extra chili powder for more heat if desired.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute farro with quinoa or rice.
- This chili can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Optional toppings include avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, or a squeeze of lime for extra freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
