Chipotle Turkey Chili with Sweet Potato

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A spicy, satisfying chili with ground turkey, roasted sweet potato, and a smoky chipotle kick. This american-inspired whole30 (high protein) ready in about 80 minutes turns ground turkey, medium sweet potato, diced tomatoes into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 medium sweet potato
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 cups chicken bone broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast on a baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, until browned (8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, and 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped). Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 cups diced tomatoes, 2 cups chicken bone broth, and the roasted sweet potatoes. Bring to a simmer.
5. Step 5: Cover and cook on low heat for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and sweet potatoes are tender. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or chipotle heat as needed.