Sweet Potato Chili
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 small diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- 2 cups diced sweet potatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 15 oz can S&W kidney beans
drained
- 1 15 oz can corn
drained
- 3 Tbs chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne peppers
- 1 tsp cumin
- to tasteSalt and pepper
- Sour cream
optional
- Shredded cheese
optional
- Cilantro
optional
Directions
- 1
In large stock pot cook your turkey until browned.
- 2
Add in onion and garlic and cook until onion is translucent.
- 3
Add in tomatoes, sweet potatoes, chicken broth, kidney beans, corn and spices and bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- 5
Serve with sour cream, cheese and cilantro if desired.
Sweet Potato Chili
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About this Recipe
Looking for a hearty, flavorful chili that comes together in a flash? This Sweet Potato Chili delivers wholesome goodness and a deeply satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite, ready to warm you from the inside out.
What makes this chili truly special is its incredible balance of savory ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, and a robust spice blend, all simmering together to create a comforting, belly-filling dish. It's an effortlessly delicious meal that feels like it took hours, but comes together with minimal effort and just 30 minutes of cook time.
A Comforting Bowl of Wholesome Flavors
You can expect a thick, comforting chili with a gentle sweetness from the diced sweet potatoes that perfectly complements the savory ground turkey and hearty beans. Each spoonful offers a satisfying mix of textures—soft sweet potatoes, tender turkey, and the slight bite of kidney beans and corn. The carefully selected blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a touch of cayenne provides a warm, inviting heat without being overwhelmingly spicy, making it a delicious choice for nearly any palate.
This chili is a celebration of simple, fresh ingredients coming together to create complex, appealing flavors that will keep you coming back for more. It's the kind of dish that nourishes both body and soul.
Customization for Your Kitchen
This versatile Sweet Potato Chili is easy to adapt to your pantry or preferences. For a different protein, you could easily substitute ground beef or ground chicken for the turkey. If you don't have kidney beans on hand, black beans or pinto beans would work beautifully to maintain that hearty texture. Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to make it milder or spicier, depending on your personal taste preferences.
Serve this warming Sweet Potato Chili as a stand-alone meal, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, a casual gathering, or a game day feast. Offer a selection of optional toppings like cooling sour cream, sharp shredded cheese, and fresh, bright cilantro to let everyone customize their bowl to perfection.