Sweet Potato Chili Casserole Recipe

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posted by Crissy Pageon Feb 28, 2022 (updated Feb 21, 2024) 18 comments »

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Chili is a staple in my home, and I’m always looking for unique takes on this family-fave. This scrumptious sweet potato chili casserole delivers so much flavor, and just the perfect amount of sweetness.

In fact, it’s quickly becoming one of my favorite chili recipes this winter!

I’ve always loved the idea of incorporating sweet potatoes into my chili, but until recently, it’s not something that I’ve ever tried until recently. I’m so very glad that I did.

RELATED: Don’t miss my famous old fashioned goulash recipe!

I have to say that I really adore the flavor that sweet potatoes adds to this sweet potato chili casserole. I’ve always been a fan of chili a bit on the sweeter side, and this dish gives me that sweetness in a nutritious and natural way.

Gotta love sweet potatoes!

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If you wanted to make this sweet potato chili casserole a bit lighter, you could easily use ground turkey in the place of ground beef.

I’m a huge fan of cooking with ground turkey. Just check out my hugely popular ground turkey stuffed peppers to see what I mean!

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What makes this sweet potato chili casserole extra-special? Well, it’s that word… CASSEROLE!

I love whipping this dish up in a cast iron skillet and covering it with delicious cheese. It is so delicious, y’all… I wish I could give you a bite. I guess you’ll just have to make some for yourself and then let me know in the comments how you liked it. ?

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I hope you enjoy this mouthwatering sweet potato chili casserole recipe. After you pin the recipe, be sure to hop over to Instagram and follow me. I’d love it if we could be pals there, too!

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Yield: 6-8 servings

This unique sweet potato chili casserole is full of flavor and a great way to change up your dinner routine!

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 15oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup low sodium beef broth
2 cups sweet potatoes (peeled, diced into 1” pieces)
1 cup shredded Monterey jack and cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400ºF.
Place a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium high heat, add the ground beef in an even layer and cook until browned. Drain excess grease, leaving about a tablespoon. Add the onions, garlic, bell pepper, sweet potato and spices. Cook stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 3-5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, black beans and beef broth and bring to a simmer.
Place cast iron skillet on the center rack of the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are nice and tender. Add shredded cheese and broil until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 2-3 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste; serve immediately and enjoy!

18 comments on “Sweet Potato Chili Casserole”

Jewels — November 19, 2023 @ 6:02 pm Reply
I made the Sweet Potato Chilli Casserole………I added more spices, used ground chicken & because I love cilantro I added that as well. This was absolutely delicious.
Betty — November 1, 2023 @ 6:51 pm Reply
This is AMAZING! I tweaked it a little by adding in tomato paste to the beef after it was browned and added a can of kidney beans. And instead of beef broth I put in a pint of homemade salsa! A few extra spices…paprika, garlic salt & garlic pepper, and a taco seasoning. This is going to replace my normal chili recipe! Served it with corn bread…I had to make myself stop eating! 😂
Chelsea — September 11, 2023 @ 7:22 pm Reply
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I’ve made this twice now. Exactly as you said. Ok maybe with dried onion….. and whatever peppers were in my fridge. It’s delicious. Tonight I have an avocado to add to it for fun. I’ve shared it with my brother and am blown away with how simple and fast it is.
Michele — January 24, 2022 @ 6:17 am Reply
I am confused a bit by the amount of cheese. Is it a blend of both or is it one cup of each kind?
- Jill E. — May 8, 2022 @ 2:29 pm Reply
  I’d assume a mix to equal 1 cup total. There are many cheddar cheese blends that would work just fine as well!
Douglas R Torbeck — September 17, 2021 @ 7:07 pm Reply
YES YES YES. I made this and it is definitely comfort food with a refreshingly new blend of flavors. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks
Manda — July 25, 2021 @ 11:17 pm Reply
I just made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious! I made a few minor changes though. I added an extra tablespoon of chili powder, increases the cumin, and added 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika and a can of fire roasted green chilies. Also, I do not have a cast iron skillet, so I did the sautéing in a pot and then transferred to a 9×13 in baking dish to bake and broil. Worked great!
- Janet Zajler — January 26, 2023 @ 10:41 am Reply
  Thanks for this information since I don’t have a cast iron skillet either
Misty — May 18, 2021 @ 9:14 pm Reply
This recipe is amazing. I have very picky eaters both flavor and texture wise and was a little concerned with the veggies but it’s a hit and has been requested to be in regular rotation of dinners. Don’t skip broiling the cheese on top. It’s so, so good!!
Diane — January 31, 2021 @ 3:32 pm Reply
I used probably 3x’s the amount of spices, added some red pepper flake and extra cheese. It was very good. Quite satisfying when the temperature is hovering around 20 degrees F.
TammyS — January 14, 2021 @ 10:06 pm Reply
This was delicious! We all liked it. Used ground turkey for health reasons and was still plenty tasty! All of the flavors went together so well! Super easy, not labor intensive, quick, and delish. Great combo!
Lisa — January 7, 2021 @ 11:05 am Reply
Can you share how to make this without a skillet
Love to cook — December 27, 2020 @ 11:50 pm Reply
I would love to try this Sweet Potato Casserole recipe , but do not have a cast iron skillet.
What would you recommend instead ? Any suggestions.
Christie — September 28, 2020 @ 10:19 pm Reply
I just made this for my family. It was so good! My sons both said it was a keeper!
DWeber — March 29, 2020 @ 11:08 am Reply
This was fast and delicious! I used pork brats instead of ground beef and cut most proportions down and it still made a large amount of chili. I didn’t have Monterey Jack cheese, so I used Provolone and Cheddar. Accidentally ran it a bit long under the broiler which only made it better! Hubby loved it!
No skillet :( — March 18, 2020 @ 8:45 am Reply
Hello, how would you make this if you don’t have a skillet?
The Book of Food — November 19, 2018 @ 8:11 am Reply
That made a really comforting lunch, thank you !
Rating: 5
Kelly Dowdy — January 22, 2018 @ 11:42 pm Reply
OMGoodness!! This sounds awesome! Can’t wait to make it. I will let you know what we thought of it.

FAQs

How do you make sweet potato casserole not runny? ›

If your sweet potato casserole turned out “watery”, its usually because you forgot to add eggs; you didn't let your casserole have enough time to set up after baking or you used fresh sweet potatoes and didn't boil them long enough before mashing.

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Is it better to boil or bake sweet potatoes for casserole? ›

You can bake or boil your sweet potatoes for sweet potato casserole. If you're baking them, make sure a sharp knife can slide easily through to the middle of the sweet potato after cooking. If you're boiling, make sure to cut your sweet potatoes into equally sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.

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Why is my sweet potato casserole soupy? ›

Sweet potato casserole can get soupy for several reasons. For example, it's possible that your sweet potatoes have absorbed too much water while boiling. To prevent this from happening, don't overcook the sweet potatoes and drain them as soon as they are fork tender.

How to thicken up sweet potato casserole? ›

All-purpose flour will help thicken the sauce and give some structure. Maple syrup balances the sweetness and adds flavor. All granulated sugar can be too sweet.

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How do you make a casserole less runny? ›

Make sure you mix a solution of cornstarch and water cold, and then add it to your hot dish. Same can be said for flour. The solution for watery casseroles is instant potato mash powder or cornflour - slake (mix with a little water) at first or it will go lumpy. Stir well.

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Why do you soak sweet potatoes before baking? ›

The theory is that soaking draws out starch from inside the potatoes, helping them crisp up. I've tested soaking sweet potato fries many times, and I've found that it doesn't make them much crispier, if at all.

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How do I know when sweet potato casserole is done? ›

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture, then pop it into the oven and let it bake for 40 to 45 minutes. You will know it's done when the topping is lightly browned and the center of your casserole is set and firm.

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What variety of sweet potato is best for casserole? ›

Orange sweet potatoes are excellent for baking, roasting or in casseroles. Orange sweet potato varieties include the Covington, Belleview and Beauregard.

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What is the liquid coming out of my baked sweet potato? ›

The ooze is actually referred to as "sap." It is made up of sugar and starch combined with the moisture found in the vegetable, and it escapes out of the damage made from the knife. The sap really equals the sweetness. If it's pouring out of your potato, that means it's a sweet and delicious vegetable.

How do you thicken a casserole? ›

Mix one teaspoon cornflour with a tablespoon of room temperature water and add to your stew. Then bring to the boil and cook until desired thickness is reached. Cornflour is a great gluten-free thickener. It has a slightly more gelatinous texture, so only add a teaspoon at time or your sauce may become a bit goopy.

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How do you thicken potato casserole? ›

Make a cornstarch slurry for a fast and easy thickener.

Use one tablespoon of cornstarch per cup of liquid you would like to thicken. Stir out all the lumps. A few minutes before your casserole is done, add it a little at a time until you are happy with the thickness. Then, let the casserole finish baking.

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How do you make sweet potatoes less runny? ›

One way is, you can put your sweet potatoes in A plastic bag, and put it in A warm windowsill, and that'll hold in the moisture.

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