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Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium sweet potato chopped
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 15 oz cans black beans rinsed & drained
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 lime

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped sweet potatoes and onion. Cook, stirring often, until onion softens, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, chipotle and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds. Add water and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sweet potato is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Stir in beans, tomatoes, and lime juice from 1/2 lime. Let simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Top with chopped avocado, shredded cheese, and/or tortilla chips.