Description
Turkey Sweet Potato Chili is the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition, ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This hearty dish features lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, vibrant tomatoes, and an array of spices—delivering a rich flavor profile in just 30 minutes. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it’s also packed with vitamins and protein, making it a wholesome choice for family meals. With customizable toppings like avocado and cheese, you can tailor each bowl to your liking. Enjoy this delicious chili as a warm hug in a bowl on chilly evenings!
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 (~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
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 1–2 minutes).
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, sweet potatoes, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and sugar; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium and let simmer for about 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add frozen corn; increase heat to medium-high until the chili returns to a boil. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with desired garnishes like cilantro, cheese, and avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg