Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili Recipe
This Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili is a warm, hearty dish filled with rich flavors and packed with healthy, wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes, beans, and vegetables. Perfect for busy days or meal prepping, this recipe is easy to make, deliciously comforting, and customizable to suit various dietary needs. Let your slow cooker do the work, and enjoy a cozy, nutritious bowl of chili that's vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 6-quart slow cooker
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Can opener
- Mixing spoon or ladle
Ingredients
- 2 medium - Sweet Potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 can 15 oz - Black Beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz - Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 14 oz - Diced Tomatoes, with juices
- 2 cups - Vegetable Broth
- 1 medium - Onion diced
- 2 - Bell Peppers chopped
- 3 cloves - Garlic minced
- 2 tbsp - Chili Powder
- 1 tsp - Cumin
- 1 tsp - Smoked Paprika
- 1/4 tsp - Ground Cinnamon
- Salt and Black Pepper - to taste
- 1/4 tsp - Red Pepper Flakes optional
- Optional toppings: Diced avocado fresh cilantro, lime wedges, vegan sour cream, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Dice the onion and bell peppers, mince the garlic, and drain and rinse the beans.
- Layer in the Slow Cooker: Add the diced sweet potatoes, black beans, kidney beans, chopped bell peppers, and minced garlic to the slow cooker. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and vegetable broth.
- Season the Chili: Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir everything together.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally, if possible.
- Check and Serve: Once the chili is done, check that the sweet potatoes are tender. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your choice of toppings like avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, and vegan sour cream.
Notes
- Thicker Chili: For a thicker chili, mash some of the sweet potatoes with a spoon before serving.
- Adjusting Spice: Feel free to add more chili powder, cumin, or red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicier version.
- Substitute Vegetables: You can add other vegetables like carrots, zucchini, or corn for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Freezing Tips: This chili freezes well. Store it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat by adding a bit of broth to adjust the consistency.