Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Chowder

*Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2015. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.

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I used to dislike sweet potatoes when I was a kid. You see, I don't have that much of a sweet tooth, and every time sweet potatoes were before me on the table (mostly at Thanksgiving), they were loaded with marshmallows and brown sugar. Just the thought of it sets my teeth on edge.

Then several years ago I tried them again, but this time they were served baked and plain, with only a little bit of butter and a light seasoning of salt and pepper. Guess what? While they're still naturally sweet in nature, they also have a savory side when not hidden under all that other sugary goop.

Since then, I've been making (and eating) sweet potatoes like a crazy woman! To see a full list of the recipes I've blogged about using sweet potatoes, check out the links at the end of this post.

This recipe for Roasted Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Chowder is one of my favorites. At the very end of cooking it, and right before serving, I added in some baby spinach.

The baby spinach is a totally optional ingredient and doesn't add or subtract anything to the wonderful flavor of this chowder. It was just my way of adding additional veggies into the bowl because this particular night I was too lazy to make a salad to serve alongside. LOL

One of the things I like best about a big ol' pot of soup or chowder is the leftovers.

This chowder went to work with my husband several times during the week as lunch, and I froze a good size portion that we ate as another dinner a few weeks later. Winner. Winner. Roasted Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Chowder for dinner 🙂

Additional unique and delicious chowder recipes for you:

Apple Corn Chowder is minimally sweet but has maximum flavor! It's a one pot comfort food meal that will satisfy everyone at the table in under 30 minutes!

Creamy Pumpkin Corn Chowder with Shrimp is an easy and seasonal way to upgrade a family favorite. Get ready for rave reviews when you set this thirty-minute meal on the table! 

Mashup your potato soup recipe by adding everybody's favorite...tater tots! Tater Tot Chowder is hearty, delicious and will soon become a family favorite!

ROASTED SWEET POTATO AND WILD RICE CHOWDER  {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
Servings: 10-12       Prep and Cook Time:  60 minutes

1 package (4 ounces) of wild rice, cooked according to package directions and cooled
3 extra-large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed into 2" pieces
1 large, sweet onion, diced into 2" pieces
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
2-3 cups chicken broth (I used low-sodium)
4 cups coconut milk, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
3 cups baby spinach, optional

Prepare the wild rice as directed on the package. Set aside. Cube the potatoes and onions and mix with the coconut oil, salt, and pepper.

Layer the potatoes and onion on a prepared baking sheet and roast in a preheated 425-degree oven until fork tender.

Add the roasted potato and onion into a blender along with some of the coconut milk and chicken stock (or place the mixture into a large pot and use an immersion blender).

Transfer the pureed mixture into a large stockpot and stir in the remaining coconut milk and chicken stock. Stir in the wild rice and the seasonings. Stir well and heat through.

Right before serving, stir in the baby spinach (if desired) and allow the spinach to wilt. Ladle the chowder into bowls and serve hot.

Now before you run off, remember earlier I was teasing you with the promise of some of the previous sweet potato recipes I've shared here on my blog? Of course, you do. Here you go. I hope you love them as much as I do. Going forward, I can't wait to bring you more...

Sweet Potato Pancakes with Apples and Pecans:

Zucchini and Sweet Potato Fritters:

Mashed Sweet Potato Donuts:

Smoky Sweet Potato Chips:

Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew:

See what I mean? Talk about a versatile ingredient! Move past the marshmallows and brown sugar, people. Sweet potatoes can (and should) be an integral part of your weekly diet.