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A healthier, no-bean turkey chili with sweet potato chunks that provide a sweet contrast to the savory, slightly spicy tomato base. This one-pot meal is quick, family-friendly, and perfect for cozy fall evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 sweet onion, diced
  • 5–7 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 28 oz canned petite diced tomatoes
  • 16 oz canned tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 large sweet potato (about 12 oz), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground turkey; season with salt and black pepper. Cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
  5. Add cubed sweet potatoes and mix well.
  6. Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and granulated sugar. Bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and chili has thickened.
  8. Stir in frozen corn, increase heat to medium-high, and cook a few minutes until chili bubbles again.
  9. Taste and adjust salt and black pepper as needed. Remove from heat.
  10. Serve topped with garnishes as desired.

Notes

Sweet potatoes should be cut into about 1-inch cubes for even cooking., Adding salt unlocks flavor; adjust seasoning to taste., Recommended garnishes include chopped cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced avocado., For serving, tortilla chips or fresh bread go well with the chili., Can swap proteins with ground chicken, pork, beef, or turkey sausage., Beans and lentils can be added for extra fiber and heartiness; adjust broth and spices accordingly., To make vegetarian, omit meat, use vegetable broth, and add beans or lentils., Spice level can be adjusted by adding or omitting chipotle, jalapeño, or cayenne., This chili freezes well for up to 2-3 months; thaw overnight before reheating., Slow cooker method: brown turkey first, then cook all ingredients on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2 hours until sweet potatoes are tender.

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