Yes, there is some chopping. I will repeat this every time - jalapeños vary widely on spice. Some are as mild as a bell pepper, some are spicy even with the seeds out. I do not know your jalapeños, so proceed with your own experience given wherever you purchase peppers. I usually seed them for feeding my family. The recipe calls for one can of beans, but it can take a can of kidney beans too if you like your chili, beany!

The size of the squash cubes are noted, we want them smallish, not big hunks in the chili. Watch your fingers!

** Lastly! If you are doubling this, remove the turkey after browning. Then saute all your veggies, then add the turkey back in and proceed. It's a lot for one pot and not enough room to move things around.