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Slow Cooker Sweet Potato & Chickpea Stew

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Description

This hearty stew combines sweet potatoes and chickpeas with aromatic spices, creating a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the sautéed onions and garlic to your slow cooker. Add sweet potatoes, chickpeas, vegetable broth, coconut milk, and all spices. Stir well to combine.
  4. Set It Up: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set on low heat for about 6 hours or high heat for about 3 hours.
  5. Taste Test: Once cooking time is complete, give it a gentle stir and taste! Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve Up: Ladle the stew into bowls or plates and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 325
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added nutrition, you can include leafy greens like kale in the last hour of cooking. - If you prefer a thicker stew, use less broth or mash some of the sweet potatoes before serving.