Savory Sausage and Sweet Potato Stew
Warm up with the comforting flavors of this hearty Savory Sausage and Sweet Potato Stew, a perfect balance of savory, smoky, and subtly sweet notes. This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of sweet potato, aromatic garlic and onion, and nutritious kale or spinach, all simmered in a flavorful base of chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Ground sausage, seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika, lends depth and a satisfying richness to the dish. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make stew is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and crusty bread for dipping, and enjoy this nutrient-packed, soul-soothing meal. Keywords: sausage stew recipe, sweet potato stew, hearty one-pot meal, easy weeknight dinner, healthy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground sausage (Italian or breakfast style)
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, with juice
- 3 cups kale or spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the ground sausage to the pot and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
To the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them with the spices and aromatics.
Pour in the chicken broth and the canned diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir in the chopped kale or spinach. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted.
Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread or serve on its own for a wholesome meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 158.6 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.6 g | 263% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 9343 mg | 406% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.3 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.4 g | ||
| Protein | 107.5 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 747 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 5644 mg | 120% | |
*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.
