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ockpot Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili
Isla Marie

Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili

This Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili explodes with tender chicken, creamy sweet potatoes, black beans, and a cinnamon-kissed spice blend. Nutritious, one-pot wonder that's naturally gluten-free your new fall favorite for busy days!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Soup, Stew
Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base:
  • 1 ½ lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs for juicier
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled & diced (3 cups)
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cinnamon secret sweetness!
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Optional: 1 jalapeño diced, 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Garnish:
  • Avocado slices
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Shredded cheese

Equipment

  • 6-quart Crockpot / Slow Cooker
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Two Forks: For shredding chicken.
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Dump & Go: Add chicken, sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, broth, all spices to crockpot.
  2. Slow Cook: Stir lightly. Cover & cook low 6–8 hrs or high 3–4 hrs until chicken shreds & potatoes soft.
  3. Shred Chicken: Remove chicken, shred with forks, return to pot. Stir for creamy texture.
  4. Thicken If Needed: Mash some potatoes or high uncovered 30 min.
  5. Serve Hot: Bowl up, load with garnishes. Squeeze lime for zing!

Notes

Juicy Tip: Thighs > breasts for no-dry chicken.
Spice Hack: Cinnamon + cocoa = restaurant-level depth.
Thicker Chili? Start with 3 cups broth.
Make Ahead: Tastes AMAZING day 2!
Storage: Fridge 5 days | Freeze 3 months (thaw overnight)
Reheat: Crockpot low + splash broth; stir well.