Description
If you’re in search of a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, look no further than this Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and hearty beans in a rich broth infused with spices, creating a meal that’s not only satisfying but also nutritious. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. Ideal for meal prep or serving a crowd, this chili is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup frozen or fresh corn
- 1 diced bell pepper
- 1–2 diced jalapeños (for added heat)
- Lime juice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes, dicing the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In your slow cooker, layer the chicken at the bottom, followed by sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, onion, garlic, and spices.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker.
- Stir in corn and bell pepper; continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve hot with a squeeze of lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg