Description
A hearty and flavorful slow cooker chili made with tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and a blend of spices for a comforting and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer sautéed vegetables to a slow cooker. Add chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, black beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, then return it to the chili and stir well.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado, or a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker chili, mash some of the sweet potatoes after cooking.
- You can substitute black beans with kidney or pinto beans.
- This chili freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg