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I have a major problem. It is a kitchen appliance hoarding problem. I have so many cooking utensils, pots and pans, and kitchen appliances that I have to store some of them in my bedroom closet. I have an ice cream maker that I’ve only used twice, a food dehydrater that I just had to have that hasn’t ever been used, and a stove top grill that I haven’t used since we moved into our house because it doesn’t really work with the stove.
But, I also have an awesome Vitamix blender that I use every morning, a food processor that I use a few times a week, and now I have this awesome dutch oven from Le Creuset! I might not have a proper place to store it but that doesn’t matter because I’ve been using it so much that it hardly leaves the stove top or oven. This Spaghetti Squash, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili is one of my favorite things I’ve cooked in it so far and I think you are going to love it! It’s warm, hearty and full of so many great flavors. Le Creuset dutch ovens are so great to cook with! They are extremely strong and durable, easy to clean, and they come in so many different shapes, sizes and beautiful colors!
While editing these photos of this Chili I also realized that I might have a chili topping problem as well, oops. But I hope we are all in agreement that when it comes to chili, the more toppings the better! I have nothing against regular soup, but there is something about chili that makes it so perfect for the cold weather season. It’s really filling and just screams warm blankets and couch cuddles. It is also great because there are so many different chili variations out there. You can make white bean chili, no bean chili, three bean chili, and now you can make sweet potato, spaghetti squash and black bean chili!
Spaghetti Squash, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili + A Giveaway
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 1x
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups peeled and diced sweet potato (1 medium sweet potato)
- 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, slightly drained
- 3 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt*
- 3 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon hot chili powder (optional)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth, or more depending on how thick you like your chili
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeno, sliced radish, corn chips, cilantro, cashew sour cream, plain Greek yougurt
Instructions
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half, lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Take a metal spoon and scrape the spaghetti squash meat out. It will come out in pieces and you should get about 3 cups. Set aside.
- Heat a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil, onion and a pinch of salt. Cook the onions for 2 minutes and then add the garlic and cook for another minute. Next add the spaghetti squash and sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the remaining ingredients, except for the broth, to the pot and stir until everything is combined. Then add the broth, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer chili until sweet potatoes are fork tender, 40 – 50 minutes. Chili can be simmered longer if you like. Chili will stay good in the refrigerator for about 5 days.
Notes
*You may need to add more salt depending on how salty your broth is.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Soup, Entree, Gluten Free, Vegan
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Chili is one of my favorite comfort foods for the fall, so this dish looks just perfect! I love the flavors in here, Izzy! I think I could go for a bowl of this right now for breakfast! The sweet potatoes and spaghetti squash sound like the best combo!
Haha, I love the idea of chili for breakfast!! Thanks Gayle 🙂
I made sweet potato chili this past weekend and already I’m craving MORE and totally wishing I had thrown spaghetti squash into the mix like you did! Ca-raaaaaving a bowl of this gorgeous comfort food right now, Izzy!
Sweet potatoes in chili is pretty much the best thing ever, thanks so much, Sarah!!
Awesome! These utensils would be so great to have. We’ve been making more food from home lately and would love these!
That is great that you are making more food at home! It is the best 🙂
I love homemade bread made in a Dutch Oven. It’s easy and makes the whole house smell so good!
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I love the smell of homemade bread baking!!
Stuffed acorn squash – it’s like a comforting casserole served in an edible dish! Love fall!
I love stuffed acorn squash!! I’m a fan of all bowls I can eat 🙂
chili is definitely high on the list of ideal comfort foods! i also rely on chicken noodle soup. 🙂
Chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food!
haha I definitely have a chili topping problem too! The more the better – I totally agree!!
And this chili sounds amazing! Why have I never used spaghetti squash in chili before??
I like the way you think, Ashley! I could probably eat a bowl full of just toppings, haha! You should totally throw some in next time 🙂
I’m a major kitchen appliance hoarder too! I turned our entire linen closet into a kitchen appliance closet. Every food bloggers dream! This chili sounds delicious, I love that you added butternut squash. Yum!
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Haha, totally something I would do! Thanks, Natalie 🙂
This chili looks unreal!
Thank you, Medha!!
I love chunky stews during the cold nights! Thanks for the chance to win.
Chunky soups are the best!
I would definitely say Tater Tot casserole!!
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Haha, I like the way you think, Kim!
Just gorgeous Izzy! And I am totally jealous of your Le Creuset — I have always wanted one! Chili like this is so perfect for these cool days 🙂
Thank you, Ashley! I love the pot so much, you should totally get one!
I love stew.
Me too!
This seriously looks so good I need to make it as soon as possible!
best,
sofie
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Thank you so much, Sofie!
My favorite cold-weather soup is always some kind of soup–tomato, squash, noodle-based, anything!
Noodle soups are so good in the winter!
I think soup is my favorite cold weather comfort food.
Agreed!
I love any type of soup when the weather is cold. My boys love my baked potato soup.
Baked potato soup sounds so good right now!
A welsh dish called ‘cawl’, but now I no longer eat meat I’m going to have to find an alternative as it is based around a big hunk of lamb!!!
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Haha, You’ll have to work on that because comfort food season is here!
Gumbo is my favorite cold weather comfort food!
That sounds delicious!
Fall is my favorite time for cooking. I love chili, soups and stews, casseroles, pot roast, EVERYTHING. Lately, I’ve been craving beef stew….. but this looks WONDERFUL.
Mine too, Savanah! Haha, all of those things sound so good to me too! I need to make more casseroles this season 🙂 Thanks, Savanah 🙂
I like chili and cornbread as a winter food.
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Yum! Me too 🙂
My favorite cold comfort food is…chicken & orzo soup, with crackers on the side. Then for dessert my homemade hot cocoa!!
Crackers are always a must with soup! And, yes to hot cocoa!
I’m an appliance hoarder too, and the Le Cruset Dutch oven is one of the best purchases I’ve ever made! Chili is my favorite thing ever and this version sounds delicious. And the more toppings the better!
It is such a great pot! Chili is my favorite cold weather food 🙂
Chili made by my honey
Yum!!
I love soups and chili in the winter!
Me too!
Hot, filling, homemade mac n cheese with bacon and caramelized sweet onions. Thanks!
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Mac N Cheese is the best!
I love soups, stews and casseroles in cold weather. Easy to prepare, lots for leftovers and just so good!
I love recipes that give you lots of leftovers too!
My favorite is Chili – But it HAS to have potatoes. I’m a midwest girl at heart!
I’ve used sweet potatoes in chili before but never regular potatoes. I love that idea! My husband is from the Midwest and I’m pretty sure he would like that too!
I haven’t tried it with Sweet Potatoes before. I’ll have to try it. When I make it I use double the amount of tomatoes so that I can put plenty of potatoes diced up. Nothing better! Plus the chili lasts longer since it’s way more filling 🙂
Always cheesy potatoes!
Cheesy potatoes are a favorite of mine too!
pot roast or anything with a grilled cheese could be soup or just as itself im simple
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Ahh, grilled cheese is the best!
Split pea soup!
This chili looks so warm and comforting. I have all the ingredients except the Spaghetti Squash so that’s a winner in my books, I’ll be making this one this week.
I love a good hot chicken soup during the coldest nights, not that there are many of those here in Florida but I make the most of them when they do happen with lots of soups and stews.
Thank you, Samantha! Hot soup is great for cold nights! We don’t get too many cold nights here in AZ either!
I needed to post a quick update since I made this chili today….technically it was supposed to be for dinner but everybody finished it off after school/work at 3pm so I have to make something else now…..it was that good!…..so thank you for the great recipe, loved all the veggies in it and nobody even knew it had spaghetti squash. I was able to use my home grown sweet potatoes which was a double bonus.
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My favorite cold weather comfort food is probably just freshly baked homemade bread with just about anything, chili, salads, leftover chicken breast as a sandwich… you get the idea.
freshly baked bread smells so good!!
Baked Mac N Cheese is my ultimate comfort food!
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I love baked mac n cheese too!
pot roast 🙂
So comforting!
Soups!! Tomato & grilled cheese, or chicken noodle soup
I’m all about the soups this time of year too!
Our favorite comfort meal is chili con carne!
That sounds delicious!
Any kind of chili, or casserole!
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I could go for some chili today!
your pictures are beautiful! just added this recipe to my menu this week, can’t wait to try!
-kelly
Thank you so much, Kelly!
Hi Izzy!
I got a spaghetti squash from my CSA and I didn’t want to just roast it so I checked out your website cause it’s my goto for easy, healthy & delicious recipes. This was my first time ever making chili – it was SO delicious! I baked up some corn tortilla chips because I didn’t have any, and served it just like yours! I also added some roasted pepitas on top and a little bit of gran queso. I’m super excited to eat it again tonight! Thank you!
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Hi Cat!! I’m so glad to hear you liked it! I haven’t made this recipe in a while but think I may need to make it again soon! Also, I feel like chili is always better the day after so I hope you enjoyed it again tonight! 🙂
Cool & rainy day so serving this chili for dinner with homemade oatmeal molasses bread. I love to sneak in more veggies where I can along with clearing out the veggie bin in the frig, so I added chunks of 2 carrots, a green pepper & celery and a can of chickpeas in place of one can of black beans. Topped it with vegan sour cream, vegan cheese and corn chips. This turned out really well and the house smelled amazing!
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So glad you liked it!!
Made this today because it came up on a search for spaghetti squash and sweet potato. It sounded odd and I was a little worried – I’ve never made spaghetti squash this way. But it’s a yummy dish. Thanks for the recipe!
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haha, so glad you enjoyed it!