Crock Pot Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili Recipe
This Crock Pot Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is a hearty and flavorful slow cooker recipe that combines nutritious sweet potatoes, black beans, and savory spices. Perfect for a cozy meal, this chili is easy to make, packed with fiber and protein, and can be topped with your favorite garnishes like sour cream, avocado, and cilantro for an added creamy texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Chili
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Aromatics
- ½ onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
Pantry Items
- 2 cans black beans (15 oz. each), drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz.)
- 3 cups chicken broth
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the onion, green bell pepper, and sweet potatoes. Mince the garlic. Drain and rinse the black beans.
- Add Ingredients to Crock Pot: Place the diced onion, green bell pepper, minced garlic, black beans, diced tomatoes, sweet potatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper if using, oregano, salt, and chicken broth into the crock pot.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours, allowing all flavors to meld and the sweet potatoes to become tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, stir the chili gently and serve warm. Top with your favorite garnishes such as sour cream, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro for added flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days.
- Optional toppings include shredded cheese, green onions, or jalapeños.
- Can be made vegetarian by substituting chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control spiciness.
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