Description
A hearty and flavorful Turkey Sweet Potato Chili that combines lean ground turkey, nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, and savory spices for a comforting and nutritious meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this chili is easy to prepare on the stovetop and offers optional toppings to customize each serving.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and small-diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans fire roasted tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained (can use black beans)
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Spices
- 2-3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Thinly sliced green onion
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Jalapeño slices
- Avocado
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and diced red bell pepper, cooking and stirring occasionally until they soften, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Season lightly with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Toast Spices: Stir in 2 tablespoons of chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Cook the mixture for 1 minute to allow the spices to toast and release their aroma.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the fire-roasted tomatoes along with their juices, the rinsed and drained kidney beans, diced sweet potato cubes, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer Chili: Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the sweet potatoes to become tender and the chili to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more chili powder if desired (total around 2 1/2 tablespoons) and additional salt if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and serve warm. Offer optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sliced green onions, sour cream or Greek yogurt, jalapeño slices, or avocado to enhance flavors and textures as preferred.
Notes
- You can substitute black beans for kidney beans based on your preference.
- Adjust chili powder quantity to control the spice level of the chili.
- For a vegetarian option, replace ground turkey with plant-based meat or extra beans and vegetable broth.
- Leftover chili stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.
- Using fire-roasted tomatoes adds a subtle smoky flavor, but regular canned tomatoes can be used as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American