Trading beans for diced sweet potato gives this chili the same heartiness without breaking Whole30's no-legume rule, and there's no sugar anywhere near this pot, not even the tomatoes get a pinch of it. It simmers into something thick enough to eat with a fork. Sweet potato and ground turkey pair just as well in our Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet with Sage.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced small
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups bone broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 6 minutes.
- Add diced sweet potato, crushed tomatoes, bone broth, cumin, paprika, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, until sweet potato is tender and the chili has thickened.
- Uncover and simmer 5 minutes more if a thicker consistency is preferred.
- Ladle into bowls and top with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 310 |
| Total fat | 11g |
| Total carbohydrates | 27g |
| Dietary fiber | 6g |
| Protein | 27g |
| Sodium | 590mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Sweet potato replaces the resistant starch and fiber that beans would normally provide while staying fully Whole30-compliant. Turkey keeps the protein lean, and tomatoes bring lycopene, an antioxidant that supports the gut's defense against oxidative damage, all without a drop of added sugar anywhere in the pot.
It thickens further in the fridge, so leftovers the next day are even heartier than the first bowl. If you're curious what the science actually says about a reset like this, Whole30 and Your Gut: What Has Been Studied is a good place to start.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
