Description
A hearty and flavorful 30-minute Turkey Sweet Potato Chili loaded with ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes simmered in a rich, thick broth. This nutritious chili is garnished with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and shredded cheddar cheese, making it a perfect warm meal that's both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 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, 1-inch 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
Garnish
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 avocados, sliced
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Cook Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot. Break it apart with a spoon or spatula, seasoning it lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until the turkey is almost fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Add Vegetables and Spices: Stir in the petite diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, cubed sweet potatoes, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and granulated sugar. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer Chili: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Let it simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Add Corn and Finish Cooking: Stir in the frozen corn and increase heat to medium-high. Cook for a few more minutes until the chili returns to a boil. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Remove from heat.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced avocado as desired. Enjoy your healthy and comforting meal!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean beef if preferred.
- If you want extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños while cooking.
- For a vegetarian version, omit turkey and use beans instead, increasing the cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Adjust the thickness of the chili by adding more chicken broth or simmering longer to reduce liquid.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
