Dungeon Crawler Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
A robust, spicy chili featuring sweet potatoes and black beans, perfect for fueling up after an epic RPG adventure. This vegetarian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes medium sweet potato
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups cooked or 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 cups diced sweet potato cubes, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tbsp chili powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spices are fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with juices, 2 cups cooked black beans, and 2 cups vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Step 4: Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and chili thickens.
- Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish each serving with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dungeon Crawler Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Dungeon Crawler Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Dungeon Crawler Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Dungeon Crawler Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Dungeon Crawler Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The only chili I've made that actually tastes like a real meal, not just beans.
- ★★★★★
Made this for my vegan friends and they couldn't believe it was vegetarian. So comforting!
- ★★★★★
My picky-eater son asked for seconds. The spices were balanced and the texture was perfect.
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