Description
Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili is a cozy, hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. This delightful recipe combines spicy chorizo and tender sweet potatoes, creating a symphony of flavors that warms the soul. It’s easy to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Serve it with your favorite toppings like avocado or cheese for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh chorizo sausage
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 cups diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the crumbled chorizo for about 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add spices: cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low; simmer for at least 20 minutes.
- Stir in the rinsed black beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 35mg