Chipotle Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Chipotle Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is a comforting and nutritious dish that warms you up on chilly evenings. This easy-to-make chili blends sweet potatoes and black beans with smoky chipotle peppers, resulting in a rich, flavorful meal perfect for game nights or cozy family dinners. With its vibrant colors and hearty texture, this dish promises to satisfy everyone’s cravings while being simple enough for any home cook.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes, cumin, and chili powder; cook for about five minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, and chipotle peppers; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer.
- Cover partially and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like avocado or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider adding corn or bell peppers. - Substitute black beans with kidney beans based on preference. - Enhance flavors by allowing the chili to sit overnight before serving.