Sweet Potato Chili
A hearty, budget-friendly chili packed with sweet potatoes, meat, beans, tomatoes, and warm spices. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 21gFat: 12gSodium: 650mgFiber: 11gSugar: 8g
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
- 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, if meat is lean)
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
- 15 oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 28 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth or water
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, lime wedges Optional toppings
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add ground meat and cook until browned (6–7 minutes), breaking it up with a spoon. If using lean meat, add olive oil first.
- Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add sweet potatoes, beans, diced tomatoes (with liquid), and broth. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- For a smoky kick, add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
- Ground turkey makes it leaner and lighter, while beef makes it richer.
- For extra spice, add 1 chopped jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne.
- Refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
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