SWEET POTATO CHILI WITH TURKEY

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My slow-cooker chili is packed with flavor. Swapping ground turkey for ground beef lightens it up, and sweet potato puree sneaks in a healthy dose of vitamin A. -Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 5h20m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) sweet potato puree or canned pumpkin
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
Optional: Sour cream, fresh cilantro and sliced red onions

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink and onion is tender, 5-7 minutes, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker., Stir in broth, sweet potato puree, chiles and seasonings. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours. Stir in beans; cook until heated through, about 1 hour. If desired, top with sour cream, cilantro and red onions. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Keisha Wellesley
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This chili is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and turkey. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving.


Munni Akhter
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great way to warm up on a cold winter night.


Zubair Ijaz
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I made this chili in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Md Md Arman
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This chili is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet potatoes and the chili was a hit.


Liyan Ayyad
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I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


lone ranger
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This chili is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and turkey. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving.


William Christensen
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I made this chili for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Cynthia Taylor
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This chili is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the sweetness of the sweet potatoes balances out the spice of the chili peppers.


Arigidi Jewel
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Kedar Sapkota
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OMG! This chili is amazing! I made it last night and my family loved it. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the turkey gives it a nice lean protein. I will definitely be making this again.