Chili Over Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Name: Chili Over Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 each sweet potatoes, or yams large; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup carrots diced; 1 cup celery diced; 1 each green bell peppers diced; 1 1/2 cup onions chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1 can tomatoes, canned with juice ready cut, (14 1/2 - 16 ounces); 15 ounces kidney beans, canned 1 can, rinsed thoroughly, drained (15 - 16 ounces); 1/2 cup TVP (Texturized Vegetable Protein) soaked into 1/3 cup of hot water; 23 each limes cut into four wedges; yogurt, low-fat optional; parsley leaves chopped, fresh, optional

Servings: persons

4 each sweet potatoes, or yams large
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup carrots diced
1 cup celery diced
1 each green bell peppers diced
1 1/2 cup onions chopped
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoon cumin ground
1 can tomatoes, canned with juice ready cut, (14 1/2 - 16 ounces)
15 ounces kidney beans, canned 1 can, rinsed thoroughly, drained (15 - 16 ounces)
1/2 cup TVP (Texturized Vegetable Protein) soaked into 1/3 cup of hot water
23 each limes cut into four wedges
yogurt, low-fat optional
parsley leaves chopped, fresh, optional

1
Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
2
Place sweet potatoes in baking dish.
3
Pierce potatoes with fork and bake until tender, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add diced bell pepper, celery, carrots and chopped onions and saute until golden, about 10 minutes.
6
Add minced garlic and stir mixture 2 minutes.
7
Stir in chili powder and ground cumin, then tomatoes, beans and TVP and bring mixture to simmer.
8
Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 20 minutes .
9
(Can be prepared one day ahead.
10
Cover and refrigerate.
11
Rewarm over low heat before continuing.)
12
Arrange 1 sweet potato on each plate.
13
Split potatoes open and mash slightly.
14
Spoon some chili over each.
15
Squeeze lime juice over and top with yogurt and chopped parsley if desired.
16
Pass remaining chili separately.

538

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 each sweet potatoes, or yams large, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup carrots diced, 1 cup celery diced, and more.

Yes, Chili Over Sweet Potatoes falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chili Over Sweet Potatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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