A Better for You Variation of Chile Cheese Fries
Craving the bold flavors of chile cheese fries without the guilt? This "Better for You Variation of Chile Cheese Fries" delivers all the indulgence with a lightened-up twist! Perfectly seasoned and oven-baked sweet potato fries provide a crispy, nutritious base, topped with a hearty turkey chili made with black beans, warm spices, and a splash of low-sodium chicken broth for a rich, savory sauce. A sprinkle of low-fat shredded cheddar cheese melts beautifully over the top, while fresh cilantro and green onions add a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 50 minutes, this satisfying dish is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a fun, wholesome dinner. Healthy, flavorful, and loaded with comfort, these guilt-free loaded fries will be your new favorite way to enjoy game day or movie night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 Large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 1 Yellow onion, diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized fries, about 1/4-inch thick.
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, salt, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
Arrange the fries in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping, and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp and golden.
While the fries are baking, prepare the turkey chili. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and cook the ground turkey until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula. Remove any excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onions are softened.
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using), and cook for another minute to coat the mixture in spices.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the black beans, stirring well to combine. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
Once the fries are done, transfer them to a serving platter and ladle the turkey chili over the top.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chili and allow it to melt from the heat of the fries and chili.
Finish with a garnish of chopped fresh cilantro and sliced green onions before serving.
Enjoy your guilt-free chile cheese fries while they’re hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 362 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 5058 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.9 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 152.6 g | 305% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1207 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 4173 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
