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Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili

This chili is a hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring tender sweet potatoes, beans, and spices that develop rich, earthy flavors as they simmer. The final dish has a velvety texture with chunks of sweet potato and a smoky, spicy aroma—perfectly comforting and visually inviting.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Calories: 250kcal
Author: James Taylor
Servings: 6

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or water
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for sautéing

Instructions

  • Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces, then set aside.
  • If using, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sweet potatoes and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and develop a light golden color.
  • Transfer the partially cooked sweet potatoes to the slow cooker.
  • Add the drained and rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes with their juices, and vegetable broth to the slow cooker.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat all ingredients and develop a flavorful base.
  • Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set to low. Let the chili simmer gently for 4 hours, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the flavors are well melded.
  • Once cooked, stir the chili gently to combine the flavors and check the seasoning—adjust salt or spice if needed.
  • Use a ladle to serve the hot, fragrant chili into bowls, revealing the vibrant orange sweet potato chunks and hearty beans.

Notes

This chili freezes well for quick meals. Feel free to add shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime when serving for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 900mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg