Chicken Sausage Sweet Potato Stew
This Chicken Sausage Sweet Potato Stew is the perfect cozy meal to warm you up on a chilly evening. Packed with hearty vegetables, flavorful chicken sausage, and the earthiness of dinosaur kale, this stew is both nourishing and satisfying. The combination of sweet potatoes and savory chicken sausage creates a comforting balance of flavors, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Whether you're looking for a healthy weeknight dinner or something to serve to family and friends, this stew is sure to become a favorite. Plus, it's simple to make and comes together in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze!Visit my Amazon storefront to pick up Soup Making Essentials!
Equipment
- Large Soup Pot
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Can Opener
Ingredients
- 1 package 1 lb. mild chicken sausage, out of the casing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 white-flesh sweet potatoes diced
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 1 bunch dinosaur kale diced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 cloves fresh garlic crushed
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups unsalted chicken stock
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Once the sausage is browned, add the diced sweet potatoes, onion, carrots, kale, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, and kosher salt. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the crushed garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice) and chicken stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium/low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Garnish with lemon wedges and freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!