Turkey Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Turkey Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Chili is an incredibly nutrient-dense food that combines fiber-rich beans with protein-rich meat. However, fatty red meat, full-fat cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips (often accompanied by a chili dish) are not the healthiest side options. Enter this recipe! Lean ground turkey is the protein source of this dish with savory, fiber-rich lentils. They come together in a delicious tomatoey sauce, including some extra vegetables for bulk and flavor, before being spooned over a delicious baked sweet potato. This combination increases the nutrient content of this dish and creates a pairing that will keep you feeling satiated all evening.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Oven
- Stove
Ingredients
- 4 sweet potatoes small
- 2 TBSP olive oil extra virgin
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 carrot diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 yellow onion small, diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp oregano
- 1 cup lentils
- 8 oz canned tomato sauce low sodium
- 3 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 8 oz ground turkey
- ⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese reduced-fat
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉. Wash the sweet potatoes well and dry the skin. Prick the skin of each sweet potato with a knife and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour or until the sweet potato is tender and easily pierced with a knife. The longer the sweet potato bakes, the richer in flavor it becomes!
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 1 TBSP of olive oil, as well as the garlic, onion, celery, carrots, bell pepper, and spices. Saute for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally or until the vegetables have softened and the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, allowing the meat to brown. Then add in the lentils, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, place one onto a plate, slicing it open and mashing its insides slightly. Scoop 1 cup of the chili mixture into the sweet potato boat and top with a few TBSP of shredded cheddar cheese. Add toppings like reduced-fat sour cream and green onions for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 480mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 12g
