Spiced Turkey Chili With Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Spiced Turkey Chili With Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small or 1 large spaghetti squash (3-3 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise, seeded; 1 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt, divided; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound ground turkey; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 onion, finely chopped, divided; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 (14-ounce) can kidney beans, drained, rinsed; 1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup sliced pitted black olives

Servings: persons

2 small or 1 large spaghetti squash (3-3 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise, seeded
1 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 onion, finely chopped, divided
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (14-ounce) can kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 (14-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup sliced pitted black olives

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F. Season squash with 1 tsp. salt. Arrange face down on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake squash until interior is tender when flipped and prodded with a fork, 20-40 minutes depending on size.
2
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, deep-sided skillet over high. Add turkey and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon and stirring occasionally, until well browned, about 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add allspice, cinnamon, cayenne, three-quarters of the onion, and 1/2 tsp. salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 8 minutes. Increase heat to high. Stir in vinegar, scraping up browned bits from bottom of pan. Add broth, beans, tomato sauce, and cocoa powder and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly, about 15 minutes. Season with salt, if needed.
3
Scrape spaghetti squash out into strands with a fork. Divide among bowls, then spoon chili over. Top with parsley, olives, and remaining chopped onion.

521

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small or 1 large spaghetti squash (3-3 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise, seeded, 1 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt, divided, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound ground turkey, and more.

Yes, Spiced Turkey Chili With Spaghetti Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spiced Turkey Chili With Spaghetti Squash

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Variations & substitutions

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