Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili

Chili

  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • I large onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes in juice
  • 1 (15½-ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • Salt and pepper
     
    Toppings (optional)
  • Chopped green onions Chopped cilantro
  • Sour cream
     

Directions:

Heat the oil in a 4- to 6- quart Dutch oven or saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in chili powder and cumin, then add the broth and sweet potatoes and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the potatoes are almost tender, about 10-15 minutes. Add the tomatoes and beans and continue to simmer on low, uncovered, until the mixture is heated through and slightly thickened, about 10- 15 more. Stir in orange zest and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the chili topped with green onions, cilantro, and sour cream.

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