Protein-Packed Sweet Potato + Turkey Chili

Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

• 1 lb lean ground turkey (or chicken)

• 1 large sweet potato, diced

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tsp chili powder + 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp ground cumin; pinch of salt & pepper

• Optional: lime wedges, Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro for topping

How to Make It:

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.

2. Add turkey and brown.

3. Stir in sweet potato, spices, tomatoes, beans, and broth.

4. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until flavors meld and sweet potato is tender.

5. Serve hot, topped with sliced avocado or a spoonful of greek yogurt if you like.

Why We Love It:

• High-protein and nutrient-packed, with fiber-rich black beans and complex carbs from sweet potato.

• Cozy textures that feel “fall,” without leaning into cliché pumpkin spice territory.

• Easy to batch-prep—reheats beautifully.

• Warming, nourishing, and just the right kind of fuel after a class or for dinner with friends.