Best 9 Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flavors and nourishment! Sweet potato and black bean chili is a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, the heartiness of black beans, and a symphony of spices to create a satisfying and wholesome meal. This article will guide you in selecting the best recipe for your unique taste preferences. Whether you prefer a classic chili with a touch of heat or a milder version that caters to sensitive palates, we've got you covered. Dive in and embark on a culinary journey that promises to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK BEAN, CHORIZO & SWEET POTATO CHILI



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Chili is one of my all-time favorite dishes. This recipe takes chili to the next level by changing up the flavors and adding a surprise--sweet potatoes. -Julie Merriman, Cold Brook, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h20m

Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound uncooked chorizo, casings removed, or spicy bulk pork sausage
1 large onion, chopped
2 poblano peppers, finely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1/4 cup lime juice
Optional: Chopped jalapenos, chopped red onion and crumbled queso fresco

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and stir the chorizo, onion, poblanos and jalapenos over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until chorizo is cooked. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. , Stir in tomato paste. Add the potatoes, tomatoes, beans, stock and spices; stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until potatoes are tender. Stir in lime juice. If desired, top with chopped jalapenos, chopped red onion and crumbled queso fresco.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SPICY BLACK BEAN AND SWEET POTATO CHILI



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This thick, smoky vegan chili comes together in just under an hour, and most of that time is hands-off simmering. You can use any kind of sweet potato here - keep in mind that the orange or garnet "yam" you see at the grocery store is actually a sweet potato - but you could also switch it up and use any peeled sweet winter squash, like butternut or kabocha. The recipe calls for either coconut oil or vegetable oil. If you'd like a mild coconut flavor, which plays well with the orange juice, choose unrefined or virgin coconut oil; for a neutral flavor, choose refined coconut oil or any vegetable oil. Use one chipotle chile for a very mild chili, and four if you like yours very spicy. (Get the slow-cooker version of this recipe here.)

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 large yellow or red onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt and black pepper
6 garlic cloves, smashed and roughly chopped
2 packed tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
3/4 cup orange juice
1 to 4 chipotles from a can of chipotles in adobo, finely chopped, plus 3 tablespoons adobo sauce
1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (4 to 5 small-medium or about 2 large), scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained
1 (28-ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes, preferably fire-roasted
Juice of 1 lime (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen corn
Sliced avocado and red onion, for topping

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, warm the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring and adjusting the heat as needed to avoid burning, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the brown sugar, cumin, garlic and onion powders, and stir to combine. Add the orange juice and let it come to a simmer. Add the chipotles and adobo sauce, sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes and lime juice. Season generously with black pepper and 2 teaspoons salt. Stir in 1 1/4 cups water and bring to a boil.
  • Once the chili comes to a boil, decrease the heat to low to maintain a simmer. Cover the pot and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Just before serving, stir in the corn and let it warm through. Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary. Top with avocado and red onion.

SWEET POTATO & BLACK BEAN CHILI



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My whole family enjoys this sweet potato black bean chili, but my daughter especially loves it. I like to make it because it's so easy and very flavorful. -Joy Pendley, Ortonville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup brewed coffee
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a nonstick Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute sweet potatoes and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add the chili powder, garlic, cumin and cayenne; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, coffee, honey, salt and pepper., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 554mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER SPICY BLACK BEAN AND SWEET POTATO CHILI



Slow Cooker Spicy Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili image

This nourishing, smoky vegan chili is perfect for cold weeknights. Mix everything in the slow cooker before the chaos of the day begins, then just toss in some frozen corn a few minutes before you're ready to eat. As with any chili, toppings go far. Feel free to throw on what you have and what sounds good, like tortilla chips, cilantro or vegan cheese. The recipe calls for either coconut oil or vegetable oil. If you'd like a mild coconut flavor - which plays well with the orange juice in the chili - choose unrefined or virgin coconut oil. For a neutral flavor, choose refined coconut oil or any vegetable oil. Use one chipotle chile for a very mild chili, and four if you like yours very spicy. (Get the stovetop version of this recipe here.)

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (4 to 5 small-medium or about 2 large), scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained
1 (28-ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes, preferably fire-roasted
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 to 4 chipotles from a can of chipotles in adobo, finely chopped, plus 3 tablespoons adobo sauce
2 packed tablespoons light brown sugar
Juice of 1 lime (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
6 garlic cloves, smashed and roughly chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen corn
Sliced avocado and red onion, for topping

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the sweet potatoes, black beans, tomatoes, orange juice, oil, chipotles and adobo sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, garlic cloves, and dried spices. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt, a generous amount of pepper and 1 cup water. Cook on low until the sweet potatoes are tender, about 8 hours. The chili holds well on the warm setting.
  • Just before serving, stir in the corn and let it warm through, about 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary. Top with avocado and red onion.

BLACK BEAN, SWEET POTATO, QUINOA CHICKEN CHILI RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Black Bean, Sweet Potato, Quinoa Chicken Chili Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by sherryl61

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups chicken broth or vegetable stock
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup quinoa
2 large boneless skinless chicken breast, uncooked and diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
Avocado (optional)
Cilantro (optional)
Sour cream(optional)
Cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Select sauté and add oil to the pressure cooker pot. When oil is hot, add the sweet potato and onion and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in chili powder, chipotle, cumin and salt. Add chicken broth, black beans, tomatoes, quinoa, and chicken and stir to combine. Lock lid in place, select High Pressure and 4 minutes cook time and start. When timer beeps, turn off pressure cooker, wait 5 minutes, then do a quick pressure release. Stir in the lime juice and add additional salt as needed. If necessary, let chili rest unplugged for several minutes uncovered and the quinoa will absorb additional liquid. Garnish individual bowls with avocado, cilantro, sour cream or shredded cheese.

SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN CHILI



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The extra step of roasting the sweet potatoes really concentrates the sweet, earthy flavors and gives the starchy chunks a marvelously meaty texture.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder, or to taste
1 tablespoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup water, or more as needed
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ cup sour cream, for garnish
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Combine sweet potatoes, chipotle pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large bowl and toss to coat. Spread sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Roast sweet potatoes in the preheated oven until the outside is crunchy and inside is tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Cook and stir remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, ancho chile powder, cumin, and dried oregano together in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook and stir until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour tomatoes and water into the onion mixture and bring to a simmer. Add cornmeal, 1 teaspoon salt, sugar, and cocoa powder. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Stir black beans and cooled sweet potatoes into the onion-tomato mixture. Add more water if mixture is too thick. Simmer until heated through, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste. Serve topped with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599.9 calories, Carbohydrate 101.4 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 26 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 2119 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

PUMPKIN, SWEET POTATO, & BLACK BEAN CHILI RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, & Black Bean Chili Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by laurenzembron

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 cup finely chopped yellow or white onion
2 serrano chile peppers, minced (you can seed both, one, or neither depending on your heat preference)
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp chili powder (ancho or chipotle would work nicely, as well)
2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1 cup unseasoned tomato sauce/puree
1 cup pumpkin puree (I used homemade, but canned would be fine)
1 cup pumpkin beer (use whatever brew you'd like; for me, it doesn't get any better than Southern Tier Pumking Imperial Pumpkin Ale)
1 cup water
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 (15 oz) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add in the serrano and garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the spices and cook for 1 minute. Add in the tomato sauce, pumpkin puree, beer, and water. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, add the beans and sweet potato, and simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender, the chili has thickened, and the flavors have melded, at least 1 hour.

MEXICAN BLACK BEAN & SWEET POTATO CHILI



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This chili recipe comes together fast using pantry staples. I make it all the time! It's quick and easy, pretty healthy, colorful and really delicious. There are lots of ways to riff on this too - add crumbled bacon to the top, frozen corn, tortilla chips - whatever. You can also make it as spicy as you want using canned...

Provided by Annakate Tefft

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 medium onion, chopped
2-3 medium peppers, chopped (preferably poblanos but bell will work)
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1 Tbsp dried oregano
1/2 bottle beer (preferably an amber mexican beer like dos equis)
3 medium sweet potatoes, chopped (skin left on)
1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (preferably fire-roasted)
2 can(s) black beans
2 can(s) other beans (great northern, red, pinto, even chicpeas will work)
2 chipotle chili peppers, diced (from the can)
1 Tbsp adobo sauce (from canned chipotles)
sour cream or plain yogurt, optional
cilantro, optional
avocado, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook until translucent, 2-3 minutes. Add chopped peppers and cook an additional 2-3 minutes. Add cumin and oregano and cook for 1 minute more to toast.
  • 2. Add beer, and let reduce by half. Add canned tomatoes, canned beans, sweet potatoes, chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Reduce heat to medium and let simmer at least 30 minutes. This dish gets better the longer it simmers - if you're serving to guests, try making the day before and reheating.
  • 3. Top with sour cream, chopped cilantro and sliced avocado, if desired. Excellent with cornbread!

SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN CHILI



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Potato     Stew     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Vegan

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 onion, diced
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large sweet potato, diced
1-2 canned chipolte pepper in adobo sauce, minced
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. paprika
1 tbsp. chili powder
salt/pepper to taste
1 18 oz. can black beans, drained and washed
1 18 oz.can cannellini beans, drained and washed (white kidney beans)
1 18 oz. can diced tomato
2.5 c vegetable stock
1-2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 c. fresh cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, diced

Steps:

  • 1. in a large pot or dutch oven, saute onion and garlic on med-high until onions are soft. 2. add sweet potato and cook for another 1 min. 3. add all the dry spices and the chipolte pepper; stir for 1 min 4. Add vegetable broth and bring to boil. Lower temp, cover, and simmer until potatoes are almost soft (10-20 min) 5. Add beans and tomatoes 6. Bring to boil again and simmer for another 10-20 min 7. stir in lime juice 8. garnish with cilantro and avocado

Tips:

  • Soak the black beans overnight or for at least 4 hours to reduce cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and nutrients to the chili. Some good options include onions, peppers, carrots, and celery.
  • Add spices to taste. Some popular options include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or avocado.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato black bean chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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