Smoky Turkey & Tomato Chili with Sweet Potato
A deeply flavorful, slow-cooked chili featuring lean ground turkey, fire-roasted tomatoes, and sweet potatoes for natural sweetness. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 395 minutes pairs ground turkey, can, drained fire-roasted tomatoes, diced 1/2 inch green bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 14 oz can, drained fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 large, peeled and diced 1/2 inch sweet potato
- 1, diced 1/2 inch green bell pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat, then cook 1 lb ground turkey for 5-6 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon until no longer pink, transferring to the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Add 1 large diced sweet potato, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 1 tsp cumin to the slow cooker around the turkey.
- Step 3: Pour in 14 oz drained fire-roasted tomatoes and 1 cup chicken broth, then stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours until sweet potatoes are tender and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Remove the lid and cook uncovered on HIGH for 20 minutes to thicken the chili slightly, stirring occasionally until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoky Turkey & Tomato Chili with Sweet Potato take to make?
Total time is about 395 minutes (15 min prep + 380 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 Smoky Turkey & Tomato 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 turkey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smoky Turkey & Tomato 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 Smoky Turkey & Tomato 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 Smoky Turkey & Tomato Chili with Sweet Potato?
American slow cooker 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this smoky are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
