Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Chili with Sweet Potato

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A robust, slow-simmered chili with lean ground beef, sweet potato, and a medley of vegetables in a rich tomato broth. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 50 minutes pairs ground beef, medium sweet potato, bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 16 oz ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking into small pieces, until browned. Remove excess fat with a spoon.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/2 cup diced bell pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Cook for 3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 14 oz diced tomatoes (with juice), 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 cup chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then add 1 peeled and diced medium sweet potato. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Chili with Sweet Potato take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Chili with Sweet Potato?

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 ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Chili with Sweet Potato?

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 Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Chili with Sweet Potato 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.

What goes well with Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Chili with Sweet Potato?

American whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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