Description

This Sweet Potato Turkey Chili is hearty, wholesome, and perfect for cozy fall nights. Made with lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, beans, and bold spices, it’s healthy, flavorful, and ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional toppings:

Avocado, green onions, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Optional add-ins:

½ cup corn kernels
½ tsp cayenne (for heat)
½ cup cooked quinoa

Instructions

Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Brown turkey: Add ground turkey, cook until browned (5–6 minutes), breaking up with spoon. Season with salt and pepper.
Add sweet potato & spices: Stir in sweet potato, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Cook 1–2 minutes.
Combine: Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beans, and broth. Mix well.
Simmer: Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered 25–30 minutes, until potatoes are tender and chili thickens.
Finish: Adjust seasoning. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with toppings.

Crockpot Method:

Brown turkey with onion and garlic.
Transfer to crockpot with remaining ingredients.
Cook on low 6–8 hours or high 3–4 hours. Serve warm.

Notes

Cut sweet potatoes evenly for even cooking.
Add extra broth if chili thickens too much.
Use fire-roasted tomatoes for smoky flavor.
Add cayenne or jalapeños for heat.
Freeze leftovers up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop or Crockpot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl

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