Ingredients
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
– 2 tablespoons chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
– Avocado, for serving (optional)
– Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating this mouthwatering Turkey Sweet Potato Chili is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Break it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add Spices: Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the turkey and vegetables with the spices.
5. Incorporate Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes to the pot and mix thoroughly.
6. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring everything together.
7. Bring to a Boil: Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
9. Add Black Beans: In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the black beans, allowing them to heat through.
10. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or spices according to your preference.
Following these steps will lead you to a delicious pot of Turkey Sweet Potato Chili that’s ready to be enjoyed!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 24g