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Sweet and Savory Baked Sweet Potato with Turkey Chili for Two

Baked Sweet Potato with Turkey Chili

Indulge in a comforting yet healthy culinary experience with our Sweet and Savory: Baked Sweet Potato with Turkey Chili. Perfect for couples seeking a nutritious yet delicious meal, this dish combines the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with a hearty, protein-rich turkey chili. It's an ideal blend of flavors and nutrients for a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Servings 2 people
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Aluminum Foil

Ingredients
  

For the Baked Sweet Potatoes:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes washed and pierced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper

For the Turkey Chili:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 pound ground turkey
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven and Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place them on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
  • Bake Sweet Potatoes: Bake the sweet potatoes for 45 minutes or until tender.
  • Cook Turkey Chili: While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
  • Add Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is translucent.
  • Combine Chili Ingredients: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Simmer: Let the chili simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the kidney beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Assemble and Serve: Once the sweet potatoes are done, slit them open and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon the turkey chili over the sweet potatoes and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed sweet potatoCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1350mgFiber: 10gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 18900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 5mg
Keyword Chili, Sweet Potato, Sweet Potato with Turkey Chili, turkey
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