Hearty Sausage Bean Chili

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Hearty Sausage Bean Chili, a robust and flavor-packed meal that's perfect for chilly evenings or game day gatherings. This one-pot wonder features savory Italian sausage—choose mild or spicy to suit your taste—paired with tender kidney beans and black beans, adding a protein-rich punch. Fresh bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and a medley of warm spices like chili powder and cumin create a smoky, slightly spiced base, while canned tomatoes and broth bring it all together with a rich, hearty texture. Ready in just over an hour, this easy chili recipe is ideal for feeding a crowd, and it's endlessly customizable with toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro. For a filling dinner that's bursting with bold flavors and just the right amount of heat, this sausage bean chili is sure to hit the spot.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 50 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

21 items

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces Canned tomato sauce
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Beef or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for topping)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

2. Add the sausage to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

4. Stir in the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the peppers are tender.

5. Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir to combine.

6. Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and broth to the pot. Stir well.

7. Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to fully incorporate the spices.

8. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes if the chili is too thin, until it reaches your desired consistency.

10. Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (575.1g)

Calories		527
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		29.9 g	38%
	Saturated Fat	10.9 g	55%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.2 g
Cholesterol		67 mg	22%
Sodium		1663 mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate		41.4 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	13.2 g	47%
	Total Sugars	10.9 g
Protein		24.7 g	49%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		226 mg	17%
Iron		5.8 mg	32%
Potassium		1162 mg	25%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1610 cal (50.3%%)

Protein: 593 cal (18.5%%)

Carbs: 999 cal (31.2%%)