Description
This hearty Chorizo Breakfast Chili with Sweet Potatoes is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch. It combines spicy Mexican-style chorizo sausage with tender sweet potatoes, beans, and a blend of spices, creating a vibrant and nutritious chili that’s both savory and mildly sweet. The addition of fresh cilantro at the end adds a burst of freshness to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Produce
- 1 lb Mexican-style chorizo sausage
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Canned Goods and Pantry
- 1 (15 oz) can beans, drained (black beans, kidney beans, or pinto beans)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small cubes for even cooking. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic to ensure they blend well with the other ingredients during cooking.
- Cook Chorizo: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook while breaking it up with a spoon until browned and fragrant, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic with the chorizo, cooking until softened. Then add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for a few minutes to begin softening them.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the drained beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer Chili: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet or pot, and let the chili simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the chili from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro for a fresh, vibrant finish. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Notes
- Use Mexican-style chorizo for authentic flavor; you can substitute with other spicy sausage if preferred.
- Adjust chili powder quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Sweet potatoes should be diced small to ensure they cook fully within the simmering time.
- Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a complete breakfast.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chorizo with plant-based sausage or extra beans and spices.
