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cheesy sweet potato black bean chili

Cheesy Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

This Cheesy 3 Bean Sweet Potato Chili is the perfect hearty vegetarian pantry staple. It’s packed full of protein, flavor, and of course — cheesy goodness! Whether you serve it in a bowl, over pasta, or scooped up with chips, it’s a dish that’s guaranteed to make your family smile!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 1 hour
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 large sweet onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 3 cups sweet potato chopped
  • 2 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tbsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp. dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can red beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 28 oz can chopped tomatoes
  • 1 12 oz. can or bottle light beer (such as Modelo)
  • 1 bag (2 cups) Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Shreds, divided
  • 1 tbsp **sriracha — optional**
  • Toppings: chopped fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeño, lime wedges, etc

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium. Add chopped onions, bell pepper and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the veggies begin to brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes more.
  • Add the sweet potatoes to the pot and season generously with salt. Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin and oregano. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spices are toasted, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add in the tomatoes and beer and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes. Add in the beans and reduce heat to medium medium-low. Put the lid on the pot and simmer the chili, stirring occasionally, until the beans have softened; about 20 minutes.
  • Take the lid off and let the chili reduce and thicken for another 20 minutes.
  • Stir in half the bag of Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Shreds (1 cup) and add sriracha if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the chili into serving bowls and top with more Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Shreds, sour cream, fresh lime, cilantro, and pickled jalapenos.
Keyword black bean, chili, dinner, hearty, lunch, sweet potato, vegetarian
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