Sweet Potato Paleo Chili

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

black beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned kidney beans

Chickpeas are lower in calories and high in protein.

Peel and dice sweet potatoes into small cubes.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add ground beef to the pot; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.

Add diced sweet potatoes and canned tomatoes to the pot.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.

If using black beans, rinse and drain them; stir into the chili.

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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