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Chipotle Turkey Sweet Potato Chili

November 7, 2016 By Spices in My DNA 8 Comments

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Hi! How was your weekend? Mine was super relaxing and filled with meal prep, cooking for clients, and going on walks because this fall weather is absolute perfection. I never want it to leave. As it gets chiller, I thought this paleo sweet potato turkey chili would be perfect for our #mealprepmonday theme! It definitely has kick, so it’ll warm your insides. I’m usually a fan of beans in my chili, but with this one I left them out. I really liked it as is, and there’s enough protein from the turkey. But, feel free to add some black beans or quinoa if you want it to be a little heartier!

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If you don’t like things too spicy, I’d use one chipotle pepper instead of two. This has kick! I love it though. Some sour cream or Greek yogurt would work well here to cool things down a bit.

I also crushed some sweet potato tortilla chips in it for crunch! Because you know I always gotta have crunch.

This would freeze really well too. Make a double batch and then pull it out on a busy night!
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What I love about chili is that it’s so customizable. You can add avocado, cheese, scallions, diced tomato, tons of cilantro (always)..the options are endless.

This is a perfect gameday recipe too! I’m assuming you could make it in the crockpot, though I haven’t tried..but if any of you do, let me know!

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Chipotle Turkey Sweet Potato Chili

Course Chili, Main, Soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Author Molly (Spices in My DNA)

Ingredients

  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2'' chunks
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 lb. ground turkey breast
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 chipotle peppers, chopped (from a can of chipotles in adobo)
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce, from the can of chipotles in adobo
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 5-6 cups chicken broth (start with 5, and add more if needed)
  • cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot or dutch oven to medium/high heat. Add coconut oil. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add turkey, chili powder, cumin, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and cocoa powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes until turkey is cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces with your spatula. Add sweet potatoes and broth and bring to a boil.

  3. Once boiling, reduce to medium heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Remove from heat.
  4. Add about half of the chili to a blender and blend until smooth. Add back into the pot and stir to combine. Be very careful when blending hot liquids because your blender can explode! To be safe, you could cool the soup a little bit and then blend. Or, you could use an immersion blender. Top with cilantro and any other toppings you like!

 

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Filed Under: Main Course Recipes, Soups Tagged With: chili, chipotle, easy, gameday recipe, gluten free, healthy, meal prep, paleo, turkey

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  1. Laurie Kight

    November 7, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    Great Flavor – Loved it!!!

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    • Spices in My DNA

      November 7, 2016 at 9:24 pm

      I’m so glad! Thanks Laurie!

      Reply
  2. sibel

    November 8, 2016 at 5:47 am

    This just made me crave a spoon of this soup!! Looks so yummy..Thank you for the post.

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    • Spices in My DNA

      November 8, 2016 at 8:17 pm

      Thanks so much Sibel!!

      Reply
  3. Karly

    November 8, 2016 at 10:52 am

    So many chili recipes, so little time! This one might have to nudge its way to the top, though… looks too good not to try! Love the different flavors you’ve got in here!

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    • Spices in My DNA

      November 8, 2016 at 7:19 pm

      Thanks so much Karly! I love this one..so simple and so good!

      Reply
  4. Sarah

    June 27, 2020 at 6:12 pm

    5 stars
    I love this recipe! Delicious flavor, and I love the addition of turkey – it isn’t as heavy or leave you feeling super stuffed, like a standard chili. I did change it a bit by adding a can of diced tomatoes.

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    • Spices in My DNA

      July 8, 2020 at 8:40 am

      Thanks Sarah! So happy you enjoyed!

      Reply

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