15-30 min6 servingsAmerican

Vegetarian Butternut Squash Chili

By Chop Secrets

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6 servings

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15-30 min

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Easy

Vegetarian Butternut Squash Chili
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: American

Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1 Jalapeno pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 oz cups cooked black beans (or 15can
  • 4 cups diced fresh tomatoes
  • 4 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Diced avocado
Savory vegan chili packed with golden squash, fresh tomatoes and black beans, spiced with just the right amount of jalapeño and red onion for great flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  2. When oil gets hot, add onion and optional jalapeno to the pot and saute until onion is soft, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and chili powder and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
  3. Add broth to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add salt, black beans, tomatoes, squash and bay leaf to the pot and stir to combine.
  5. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  6. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 3 minutes.
  7. When the time is up, <.strong>quick-release the pressure.
  8. Serve hot topped with diced avocado, chopped cilantro, lime wedges and/or sliced jalapeno (optional).

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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