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    Home » Recipes » Dietary Need » Gluten free » Cozy Beanless Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

    Published: Oct 18, 2021 by Ansley Beutler

    Cozy Beanless Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

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    Deliciously comforting beanless chili with roasted sweet potatoes, and ground turkey, flavor-packed tomato sauce. This whole dish can be whipped up in under an hour and can be made in an Instant Pot, crockpot, or stove top! Made paleo and dairy free.

    Overhead view of a pot full of chili with green herbs on top and a wooden spoon resting inside.

    Meet my all time favorite chili recipe! It's beyond easy to make and is sure to warm you right up!

    The sweet potatoes add a softness to the dish that pairs perfectly with the ground turkey without any need for legumes - although feel free to add some in if you want!

    My gluten free soft pretzels would pair great with this chili. And if you save room for dessert, my paleo dark chocolate brownies are always a hit!

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    • Recipe characteristics
    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • Step by step directions
    • How to serve
    • Crockpot version
    • Storing and freezing
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Recipe characteristics

    • Dietary features - paleo, gluten free, dairy free, and Whole30
    • No beans
    • Made in under an hour
    • Can be made in a crockpot
    • Kid friendly

    Ingredients and substitutions

    Chili ingredients on a blue surface with labels in black.
    • Sweet potatoes - This is what adds a soft a creamy texture to the chili (similar to beans). Feel free to remove the skins off the potato before dicing but this isn't necessary.
    • Ground turkey - I personally prefer the white meat but dark meat will work as well. Use anywhere from 85% - 95% fat free. You need the fat to help keep it soft and moist. I've tried this with 99% fat free turkey and it's a little too dry.
    • Tomato sauce - This is the base of the sauce. Make sure to use tomato sauce, not paste. Use low sodium if preferred.
    • Chicken broth - Again, use low sodium if you can. Swap with vegetable broth or bone broth if needed.
    • Chipotle powder - This will add some heat to the chili. Omit and use some extra paprika or chili powder if desired.
    Speckled bowl with sweet potato chili inside and avocado chunks on top and a spoon resting inside.

    Step by step directions

    I typically prepare this beanless chili on the stove in a large pot or in an Instant Pot. See notes below on cooking this in a slow cooker.

    Step 1 : Sautée the sweet potatoes

    In a large pot (or in an Instant Pot on the sautée function) sautée the sweet potatoes and onions with the olive oil over medium heat. Place the lid on top and allow the sweet potatoes to cook for about 20 minutes until soft.

    Person sautéing sweet potatoes in a gray pot.

    Step 2 : Add the turkey and spices

    Once the onions are translucent and the sweet potatoes are soft enough to cut into with a spatula, add in the spices and turkey.

    Sautée the turkey to cook it evenly and distribute the spices. Continue to do this until the turkey is brown all the way through.

    • Hand pouring spices into pot full of chili.
    • Hand sautéing turkey in a larg pot.

    Step 3 : Pour in tomato sauce and broth

    Add the tomato sauce and broth to the pot and stir to distribute. Place the lid back on the pot to allow the chili to cook more and absorb the liquids.

    If you're using an Instant Pot, use the "keep warm" function. The chili will thicken up with time and become even more flavorful.

    • Person pouring tomato sauce into a large pot with sweet potatoes and turkey.
    • Person pouring broth into a pot of chili.

    How to serve

    Serve the chili in bowls with toppings of choice. Here are a few of my favorite ways to top this turkey chili:

    • Avocado - Chopped into chunks, they add some major creaminess to the dish.
    • Greek yogurt - An alternative to the traditional sour cream. I prefer 0% fat as it's thicker and creamier. Use dairy free if needed.
    • Jalapeño - This is my husband's favorite. A few slices will add some extra heat to the chili.
    • Dairy free cheese - The Violife brand is my go-to dairy free cheese brand.
    • Toasted bread - Adds some nice crunch on top!
    Ivory bowls with turkey chili and toppings on a blue surface and a spoon resting inside.

    Crockpot version

    This recipe can easily be made in a crockpot as well. Drizzle the olive oil along the bottom then add the ground turkey followed by the sweet potatoes, onion, and spices.

    Pour the tomato sauce and broth over top and stir to combine. Cook on low for 5 - 6 hours or on high for 3 - hours. Check the doneness towards the end to test the softness of the sweet potatoes. If they are soft enough to be cut with a spoon, the chili is done.

    Bowl of no bean chili with avocados and greek yogurt on top.

    Storing and freezing

    Allow the chili to cool down before transferring it to an airtight container. This will limit condensation from forming on top of the chili. Store the container in the fridge were it will keep for up to 5 days.

    When ready to enjoy, portion out into individual bowls and heat in the microwave or heat it up in a pot on the stove until warm.

    This beanless chili also freezes really well! I actually think it tastes even better than when it's fresh since the mixture has had time to absorb all the flavors and spices.

    To freeze, store the container in the freezer where it will keep for 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw and reheat on the stove and enjoy!

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I add beans if I want?

    Yes absolutely! Add a can of red kidney beans and a can of black beans when you pour in the tomato sauce and broth.

    Can I swap the turkey for another meat?

    Yes a lean beef will work as well or ground chicken.

    Am I able to make this chili in a crockpot?

    Yes if you have extra time to allow the chili to cook it works really well in a crockpot. Refer to the section above which goes through how to cook this in a crockpot.

    Is this no bean chili gluten free?

    This chili is naturally gluten free. If you want to top your chili with chips or bread, use gluten free if needed.

    Can I eat this chili on Whole30?

    With Whole30 approved meat and tomato sauce, yes it is! I recommend topping the chili with avocado slices so extra fat to keep you full on the Whole30.

    For more cozy meals, try my:

    • Deliciously Easy Chicken Enchiladas with Zucchini
    • Firecracker Bang Bang Shrimp
    • Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

    PS : If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a star review and comment below! Also be sure to follow along with me on Instagram and Pinterest to stay up to date on all tasty recipes here at The Fit Peach!


     

    Recipe

    Cozy Beanless Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

    Deliciously comforting beanless chili with roasted sweet potatoes, and ground turkey, flavor-packed tomato sauce. This whole dish can be whipped up in under an hour and can be made in an Instant Pot, crockpot, or stove top! Made paleo and dairy free.
    4.60 from 5 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: beanless chili recipe, no bean turkey chili, sweet potato chili instant pot, turkey chili no beans
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 407kcal
    Author: Ansley Beutler

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 cups diced sweet potato - approx. 2 medium sweet potatoes
    • ½ cup white onion - diced
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 ½ lb lean ground turkey - 85% - 95% fat free
    • 15 oz can tomato sauce
    • ½ cup chicken broth

    Toppings

    • chopped parsley
    • greek yogurt
    • jalapeno slices
    • avocado chunks
    • dairy free cheese

    Instructions

    • Heat the olive oil in a pot or in an Instant Pot using the sauté function with the sweet potatoes and onions over medium-low heat. Cook until the sweet potatoes are soft enough to cut with a spatula.
    • Add the garlic powder, chipotle powder, paprika, and sea salt to the pot along with the ground turkey. Chop up the turkey while it's cooking so there aren't any large chunks. Continue to cook until the turkey is brown all the way through.
    • Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth and stir to coat. Place the lid on the pot and allow the chili to cook for another 10 minutes on low heat. If you're using an Instant Pot, use the "keep warm" function.
    • Serve warm and top with optional toppings like avocado chunks, parsley, greek yogurt, etc. and enjoy!

    Notes

    Crockpot/Slow Cooker version : To make this chili in a slow cooker, drizzle the olive oil along the bottom then add the ground turkey followed by the sweet potatoes, onion, and spices. Pour the tomato sauce and broth over top and stir to combine. Cook on low for 5 - 6 hours or on high for 3 - hours. Check the doneness towards the end to test the softness of the sweet potatoes. If they are soft enough to be cut with a spoon, the chili is done.
    Whole30 : With approved meat and tomato sauce, this beanless chili is compliant. I recommend topping the chili with avocado slices so extra fat to keep you full on the Whole30.
    Storing : Allow the chili to cool down before transferring it to an airtight container. Store the container in the fridge were it will keep for up to 5 days. When ready to enjoy, portion out into individual bowls and heat in the microwave or heat it up in a pot on the stove until warm. To freeze, store the container in the freezer where it will keep for 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw and reheat on the stove and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 955mg | Potassium: 1255mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 14712IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. Randa says

      February 01, 2021 at 12:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of my favorite recipes! Easy to make, hearty, healthy, and is great for leftovers. I love it for a cold day and it’s become a go-to for me

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