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Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili Recipe

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with sweet potatoes, black beans, and a blend of spices, this vegetarian chili is easy to make and full of delicious goodness.


Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 poblano pepper, seeds removed, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 (15-oz.) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-oz.) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 (14.5-oz.) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup vegetable broth (sub beef or bone broth if not making vegetarian)
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 2 tsp. kosher salt

Suggested Toppings:

  • Sliced avocado
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Crumbled corn bread (or cornbread croutons)
  • Tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Grease Slow Cooker: Grease a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Combine all chili ingredients in the slow cooker; stir well to combine.
  3. Cook: Cook on LOW for 8 hours, or HIGH for 4 hours, until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  4. Serve: Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • To Store: Wait until chili cools down to close to room temperature. Refrigerate in an airtight storage container for up to 5 days.
  • To Reheat: For stovetop, rewarm leftovers in a small soup pot over medium heat. For the microwave, heat chili in 30-second increments, stopping after each to stir, until heated through.
  • To Freeze: Wait until chili cools down to close to room temperature. Freeze leftover chili in an airtight freezer-safe storage container or gallon zip-top bag for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 14g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg