Description
This Turkey Sweet Potato Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and a blend of delicious spices, this chili is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the onion until softened, then add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Cook the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add the vegetables and beans: Stir in the sweet potato and bell pepper, then add the diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, chicken broth, tomato paste, and spices.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Adjust seasonings: Taste the chili and adjust salt, pepper, and spices as needed.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a chopped jalapeño with the bell pepper.
- This chili freezes well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
