Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili
This Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili is a heartwarming, nutritious dish that combines lean chicken, sweet potatoes, and a variety of beans, simmered in a flavorful broth with the perfect mix of spices.Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s an easy, hands-off recipe that delivers a comforting meal packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins.
Ingredients
- 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for extra juiciness)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 can 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1 cup frozen or fresh corn
Optional add-ins:
- 1 diced bell pepper
- 1-2 diced jalapeños (for added heat)
- lime juice (for serving)
Instructions
Prep the Ingredients
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic. If adding bell peppers or jalapeños, dice them as well.
Assemble in the Slow Cooker
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the sweet potatoes, black beans, kidney beans, onion, garlic, and corn on top.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Cook the Chili
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, shred it directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
Adjust Consistency
- For a thicker chili, mash some of the sweet potatoes with the back of a spoon to thicken the sauce.
- If the chili is too thick, add more chicken broth until you reach your desired consistency.
Serve and Garnish
- Spoon the chili into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with rice, cornbread, or enjoy it as is.