One-Pot Spicy Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-05-27

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A hearty, spicy chili combining tender sweet potatoes and black beans in a richly seasoned tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting meatless meal. This Mexican-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs olive oil, yellow onion, diced, red bell pepper, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (1/2-inch)
2 cans (15 oz each) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
2 cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
for serving lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 1 diced medium red bell pepper, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 2 cans (15 oz each) drained black beans, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice, and 2 cups vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and chili thickens.
Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with lime wedges for squeezing.