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Sweet Potato Chili

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 portions
Calories 350
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian chili featuring sweet potatoes, beans, and spices, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Oil

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 large carrot (chopped)
  • 1 stalk celery (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1.5 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 large green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1 inch (2.5cm) dice)
  • 3 cans diced tomatoes (15-ounce each)
  • 3 cans kidney beans (15-ounce each, drained)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (more or less to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (or smoked paprika (optional for smoky flavor))
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt (or more to taste)
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Toppings and sides

  • 4-6 portions rice, pasta, or quinoa
  • 4-6 wedges lime (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté chopped onion, carrot, and celery for 5 minutes. Add garlic, bell pepper, cumin, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add chopped sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, vegetable broth, chili powder, chipotle powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  • Simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and sauce thickens. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Serve hot over rice, pasta, or quinoa, topped with lime wedges and optional garnishes like cilantro or sour cream.

Notes

This chili is versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings and sides for a complete meal.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sweet Potato