Sweet Potato Chili Casserole Recipe - Don't Miss This Easy Skillet Dinner! (2024)

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posted by Crissy Pageon Feb 28, 2022 (updated Feb 21, 2024) 20 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!

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Sweet Potato Chili Casserole Recipe

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.

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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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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

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
  2. 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.
  3. 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!

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originally published on Feb 28, 2022 (last updated Feb 21, 2024)

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20 comments on “Sweet Potato Chili Casserole”

  1. Kenneth from Connecticut Reply

    What could I use instead of a cast iron skillet?

    • Crissy Page Reply

      You can use any oven safe skillet!

  2. Jewels 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.

  3. Betty 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! 😂

  4. Chelsea Reply

    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.

  5. Michele 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. Reply

      I’d assume a mix to equal 1 cup total. There are many cheddar cheese blends that would work just fine as well!

  6. Douglas R Torbeck 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

  7. Manda 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 Reply

      Thanks for this information since I don’t have a cast iron skillet either

  8. Misty 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!!

  9. Diane 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.

  10. TammyS 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!

  11. Lisa Reply

    Can you share how to make this without a skillet

  12. Love to cook 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.

  13. Christie Reply

    I just made this for my family. It was so good! My sons both said it was a keeper!

  14. DWeber 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!

  15. No skillet :( Reply

    Hello, how would you make this if you don’t have a skillet?

  16. The Book of Food Reply

    That made a really comforting lunch, thank you !

    Rating: 5

  17. Kelly Dowdy Reply

    OMGoodness!! This sounds awesome! Can’t wait to make it. I will let you know what we thought of it.

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Sweet Potato Chili Casserole Recipe - Don't Miss This Easy Skillet Dinner! (2024)

FAQs

How do you make a casserole not soggy? ›

Just because your casserole is starting to look a bit soupy doesn't mean it's beyond saving. In fact, all you need to do is add some pasta noodles or grains to your base. This trick works for the simple reason that both types of ingredients soak up water as they cook.

Why is sweet potato casserole a thing? ›

And thanks to Saveur, we now know that the first recipe for mashed sweet potatoes with marshmallows dates to 1917—and it was developed as a result of the Rueckheim brothers' marshmallow corporation trying to boost sales.

How do you make a casserole taste better? ›

Fresh herbs or citrus zest can also punch up flavors with a bit of welcome brightness for a long-cooked dish, as can adding some heat in the form of a dash of hot sauce, a generous pinch of minced or sliced fresh chili pepper, or a shake of red pepper flakes.

Why add eggs to sweet potato casserole? ›

The egg is the all-important binder in a sweet potato casserole: it enriches and stiffens the mixture without making it heavy. Make sure to cool the mash slightly before adding the egg so it doesn't scramble, and to stir well so there are no streaks of cooked egg white in the finished dish.

How do you keep sweet potato casserole from being runny? ›

Eggs and cream help stabilize the dish and prevent it from becoming too runny (a common complaint with many sweet potato casserole recipes). Make it as smooth or chunky as you like!

Are candied yams and sweet potato casserole the same thing? ›

You may not want to substitute true yams in your Candied Yams recipe since their flavor isn't the same as the sweet potatoes in the dish.

How do you keep a casserole moist? ›

Covering a casserole helps the dish cook evenly, stay moist, and prevents burning. Uncovering helps with browning, crisping and allowing for steam to release.

How to make a casserole less dry? ›

Pro Tip: Avoid Dry Casserole.

The best way to prevent it from drying out is to add a little bit of water, around ¼ cup, to the top of it. Allow the water to seep between the food and the sides of the baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil to seal in the moisture.

Is it better to bake a casserole covered or uncovered? ›

In general, you'll want to bake a casserole covered with aluminum foil for most of the cooking time. Covering the casserole helps lock in moisture and prevents it from drying out. If you don't cover the casserole or uncover it too soon, the casserole will dry out.

What are the thickening agents for casseroles? ›

The three main thickening agents for gravies are flour, cornflour and arrowroot. The first two are normally used in savoury dishes while arrowroot tends to be used in sweet dishes – that said, arrowroot will work in a savoury dish as it has no flavour.

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