Cocoa-Spiced Sweet Potato Chili

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A hearty and warming chili featuring roasted sweet potatoes and a hint of cocoa powder for rich depth and subtle sweetness. This Mexican-inspired soup recipe (vegan), ready in about 60 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 50 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 large peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, turning halfway until tender and caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While sweet potatoes roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices, 1 can (15 oz) drained black beans, 2 cups vegetable broth, and the roasted sweet potatoes. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until flavors meld and chili thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

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