Slow Cooker Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili Recipe
A hearty and wholesome Slow Cooker Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili packed with tender sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes, and warming spices. Perfect for an easy, nutritious meal with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (slow cooker low setting)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Beans
- 2 cans (15 oz each) mixed beans, drained and rinsed (such as black beans, kidney beans, or pinto beans)
Spices
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Drain and rinse the canned beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium and preserve texture.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Place the diced sweet potatoes, drained beans, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), and spices including chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder into the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook Until Tender: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the sweet potatoes are tender and flavors are well blended. Stir occasionally if possible.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the chili and add salt and pepper as needed. Optionally, you can add additional chili powder or cumin for extra depth of flavor.
- Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with optional toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or shredded cheese if desired.
Notes
- This chili can be made the night before and flavors improve after resting overnight.
- Use low-sodium canned beans and tomatoes to control salt content.
- For added protein, consider adding textured vegetable protein or extra beans.
- Adjust spice levels according to your preference.
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
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