Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 2 cups chicken stock (can use broth) ((use vegetarian stock/broth to keep this vegetarian))
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 can (15.5 ounces) chili beans in mild sauce
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
  • Optional toppings: fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, sour cream, cheddar cheese

Instruction

  • Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron pot over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add in the (peeled and chopped) sweet potatoes.
  • Cook until quite tender, around 7-9 minutes. Add in the chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir for 1 minute or until fragrant.
  • Thoroughly rinse the quinoa. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the quinoa to the hot skillet, stirring constantly for 30 seconds.
  • Return to the heat and add in the stock/broth, the frozen corn, undrained chili beans, black beans and undrained diced tomatoes.
  • Stir everything well and bring to a boil. Once it is boiling, reduce the heat to medium low and cover the pot.
  • Allow to simmer for 20-25 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. The time will vary, depending on the heat of your stove. For best results, check it every 3-5 minutes and give it a good stir at each check to avoid burning or sticking to the bottom.
  • Once the liquid is mostly absorbed, remove from the heat. Season to taste with any additional salt/pepper as needed. I like to add a few tablespoons of lime juice here.
  • Add your favorite toppings to individual bowls. We top ours with a good handful of freshly grated sharp Cheddar cheese, another squeeze of lime, a good dollop of sour cream and some chopped cilantro. Don't forget the toppings; they add a lot!