Name: Turkey Sweet Potato Chili
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 diced onion; 1 large sweet potato (or 2 medium to small sweet potatoes); 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons of oil; 1 pound of ground turkey (or ground beef for a beefy variation, or skip meat for a vegetarian option); 2 tablespoons of chili powder; 1 teaspoon of ground cumin; 1 teaspoon of paprika (smoked paprika for extra flavor); 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to your spice preference); 1 cup of chicken broth (or 1 cup water + 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon); 1 can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes (or regular diced tomatoes); 1 can of drained kidney beans (or your choice of beans); A dash of cinnamon(My secret ingredient!)

Description

Warm up this fall with a delightful twist on traditional chili! Our Sweet Potato Turkey Chili is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly evenings. Plus, we’ve got a secret ingredient that will make this dish unforgettable.

Ingredients

Scale

1 diced onion
1 large sweet potato (or 2 medium to small sweet potatoes)
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons of oil
1 pound of ground turkey (or ground beef for a beefy variation, or skip meat for a vegetarian option)
2 tablespoons of chili powder
1 teaspoon of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of paprika (smoked paprika for extra flavor)
1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to your spice preference)
1 cup of chicken broth (or 1 cup water + 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon)
1 can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes (or regular diced tomatoes)
1 can of drained kidney beans (or your choice of beans)
A dash of cinnamon(My secret ingredient!)

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Instructions

In a Dutch oven or large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sweet potato to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and the sweet potatoes begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
Add the ground turkey (or meat of your choice) to the pot. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika (smoked paprika for extra flavor), and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper if desired. Stir to coat everything evenly with the spices.
Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth (or water with 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon), followed by 1 can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes and 1 can of drained kidney beans.
Don’t forget the secret ingredient! Add a dash of cinnamon to the pot. Stir everything thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 15 to 25 minutes, depending on the size of your sweet potato pieces. Check for doneness – the sweet potatoes should be tender.
Once the sweet potatoes are cooked to perfection, your chili is ready to serve.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Top your Sweet Potato Turkey Chili with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, or avocado slices, as desired.

Cook Time: 45