Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew

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With flavors reminiscent of Morocco and Mexico, this easy yet richly-flavored spicy chicken and sweet potato stew contains loads of chicken, vegetables, and some surprising spices! If desired, pass lime wedges to squeeze over individual servings.

Submitted by RCKim
Updated on June 13, 2022
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 pound sweet potato, peeled and cubed

  • 1 orange bell pepper, seeded and cubed

  • 1 pound cooked chicken breast, cubed

  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 cup frozen corn

  • 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in sweet potato, bell pepper, chicken, tomatoes, and 2 cups of water. Season with salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Dissolve flour in 2 tablespoons water, and stir in to boiling stew. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, 10 to 20 minutes. Stir the stew occasionally to keep it from sticking.

  2. Once the potatoes are done, stir in corn and kidney beans. Cook a few minutes until hot, then stir in cilantro before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

361 Calories
8g Fat
44g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 361
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 876mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate 44g 16%
Dietary Fiber 11g 38%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 29g 58%
Vitamin C 55mg 61%
Calcium 132mg 10%
Iron 6mg 35%
Potassium 778mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.