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Step 1
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat in a large Dutch oven. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up chunks with the side of a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Push sausage to the edges of the pan, leaving the middle empty. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, then the onion and garlic to the center of the pan.
Step 3
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions start to soften, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the chili powder, cumin and coriander and stir about 30 seconds. Add the tomato paste and 1 teaspoon salt and stir until the paste begins to darken in color, about 30 seconds.
Step 5
Add squash, red pepper, tomatoes and 4 cups chicken stock, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any stuck bits.
Step 6
Bring to a simmer, adjust the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the chili has thickened and the squash is tender, about 45 minutes.
Step 7
Stir the beans and chia seeds into the chili and heat through, about 5 minutes.
Step 8
Season with an additional 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then taste the chili and stir in up to 2 tablespoons of vinegar.
Step 9
To serve chili, top with cilantro leaves, shredded cheese, jalapenos, chopped green onion and/or sour cream if desired.