Chipotle Black Bean Chili
Warm up your table with this smoky and hearty Chipotle Black Bean Chili, a flavorful vegan-friendly dish that’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, protein-rich black beans, and sweet bursts of corn, this chili delivers a bold balance of spices and textures in every bite. It’s simmered to perfection with aromatic cumin, paprika, and oregano, then brightened with a splash of lime juice for a zesty finish. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Customize each bowl with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, tangy sour cream, or melty shredded cheese for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing comfort food experience. Perfect for meal prep or serving a hungry family, this smoky chipotle chili is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, diced
- 1 Red bell pepper, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 14.5-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
- 3 15-ounce cans Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional for serving)
- Shredded cheese (optional for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and chipotle peppers, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground cumin, paprika, and oregano. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
Add the tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Pour in the diced tomatoes, black beans, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the corn kernels, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
Serve hot with optional garnishes such as chopped cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 7394 mg | 321% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.5 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 105.2 g | 376% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.3 g | ||
| Protein | 112.8 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1067 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 34.4 mg | 191% | |
| Potassium | 6875 mg | 146% | |
*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.
