The Sweet Potato Chili I Make All Fall and Winter (Packed With Detox + Hormone Benefits)

My much-awaited sweet potato chili recipe is here!

This is no ordinary chili, my friends.

Why this chili hits different:

• Supports gut health
• Stabilizes your blood sugars
• Helps your liver detox toxins and excess estrogen
• Makes delicious leftovers
• Easy to customize (ground turkey, chicken, and beef all work!)

It’s warm and cozy (obviously), but it’s also packed with nourishing veggies, hormone-supportive ingredients, and so much flavor.

Before we get into the recipe, here are a few standout ingredients and why I use them in my own kitchen and in my virtual functional medicine practice.

Grass-Fed Beef: Omega-3’s, CLA, and B vitamins.

Why grass-fed?

Because grass-fed beef naturally contains:

• Higher omega-3 levels
• More B12, niacin and folate
• A beneficial fat called CLA (conjugated linoleic acid)

Research shows CLA can help:

• Lower inflammation
• Support fat loss
• Promote heart health

Small ingredient swap → big nutrient upgrade.

Bone Broth and Brussels: Detox Support in a Bowl

Bone broth isn’t just great for gut health — it’s also a quiet hero for liver detox, thanks to glycine.

Glycine supports phase two detox detoxification, which is where your body packages up toxins (and excess estrogen) so they can leave the body.

Brussels sprouts bring even more detox support. They’re part of the sulfur-rich cruciferous veggie family (broccoli, cabbage, kale, etc.), which also support phase 2 pathways.

Black Beans: Fiber for Gut Health + Hormone Balance

Beans may not be glamorous, but they are workhorses for hormone and gut health.

Here’s why I love including them:

• They’re rich in soluble + insoluble fiber, which supports healthy digestion
• Fiber plays a key role in estrogen elimination (helpful if you struggle with PMS or estrogen dominance)
• Their resistant starch feeds beneficial gut bacteria
• They help stabilize blood sugars

Plus, they add heartiness and texture to the chili without feeling heavy.

PS - If beans/lentils give you crazy bloat and gas, you may have a condition called SIBO. Learn more here.

Sweet Potato Chili

Course Main Course

Keyword chili

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 75 minutes

Total Time 90 minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 2 lb grass-fed beef
• 2 cans black beans
• 1 sweet onion, diced (about 2 cups)
• 3 cups halved Brussels sprouts (cut off stems and cut in half, or buy them already halved)
• 1 carton baby Bella mushrooms, diced
• 3 medium sweet potatoes, diced (about 5 cups)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp paprika
• 2 Tbsp cumin
• 2 Tbsp coriander
• 6 cups chicken broth/bone broth
• 2 Tbsp avocado oil
• 3 avocados

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Sauté the veggies: Heat a large skillet on medium-high. Add 1 Tbsp avocado oil, onions, mushrooms, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Cook 10–12 minutes until softened.
3. Brown the beef: Add ground beef + 1 Tbsp cumin. Cook ~10 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned.
4. Build the chili base: Transfer the beef/veggie mixture to a large pot. Add broth, black beans, 1 Tbsp paprika, 1 Tbsp cumin, and 1 Tbsp coriander. Simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
5. Meanwhile, roast the veggies: Toss Brussels + sweet potatoes with 1 Tbsp avocado oil and spread evenly on a large sheet pan. Roast for 30–35 minutes or until lightly browned.
6. Serve: Ladle chili into bowls. Top with roasted veggies and avocado slices.

Notes

• Ground turkey or ground chicken can be substituted for the ground beef if desired.
• Beef broth or veggie broth can be used instead of chicken/bone broth if desired.
  

Hope you love this cozy favorite as much as I do.

If you make it, tag me on Instagram or leave a comment — I love hearing from you!

– Taylor