Description
Turkey Sweet Potato Chili is a heartwarming dish that marries the rich flavors of ground turkey and sweet potatoes with zesty spices and tomatoes. Perfect for cozy dinners or game day, this chili can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy lifestyles. Not only is it nutritious, thanks to the protein-packed turkey and vitamin-rich sweet potatoes, but it’s also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Top it with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, or shredded cheese for an extra burst of flavor. This comforting bowl of chili is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 sweet onion, diced
- 5–7 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 28 oz canned petite diced tomatoes
- 16 oz canned tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 large sweet potato, cubed into 1-inch pieces (~12 oz)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup frozen corn
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 avocados, sliced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks; season lightly with salt and pepper until no longer pink.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cubed sweet potatoes, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and sugar. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add frozen corn and bring back to a boil; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm with garnishes like cilantro, cheddar cheese, and sliced avocados.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg