Sweet Potato and Chipotle Soup Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato and Chipotle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 medium sweet potatoes (2 pounds total), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 to 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo, chopped; 7 cups low-sodium store-bought chicken broth; Reduced-fat sour cream, for serving; Toasted flour tortilla wedges, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1
In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high.
2
Add onion and season with salt and pepper; cook until beginning to brown around edges, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes.
3
Add cumin and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Stir in sweet potatoes, chipotle chile to taste, and broth.
5
Bring to a boil; reduce to a rapid simmer, partially cover, and cook until sweet potatoes can be mashed easily with a spoon, 20 to 25 minutes.
6
Let soup cool slightly.
7
Working in batches, transfer soup to a blender and puree until smooth, being careful not to fill blender more than halfway each time.
8
Return pureed soup to pot over low heat and season with salt and pepper.
9
Divide soup among eight bowls, and top with sour cream; serve with tortilla wedges, if desired.
10
(Per Serving)
11
Calories: 156
12
Fat: 3.2g (0.7g Saturated Fat)
13
Protein: 6.3g
14
Carbohydrates: 27g
15
Fiber: 3.8g

887

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

135

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, Coarse salt and ground pepper, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato and Chipotle Soup 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.

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Sweet Potato and Chipotle Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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