Spicy Sausage Black Bean Chili
Warm up your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Spicy Sausage Black Bean Chili, a one-pot wonder packed with bold, smoky spices and loads of delicious textures. This recipe features savory spicy Italian sausage, tender black beans, and a colorful medley of diced tomatoes with green chilies, bell peppers, and onions, all simmered together in a zesty tomato-base infused with chili powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne. Ready in less than an hour, this chili is perfect for easy weeknight meals or game-day gatherings. Customize your bowl with toppings like fresh cilantro, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese to make it your own. Whether you're craving comfort food or a nutritious, protein-packed dinner, this Spicy Sausage Black Bean Chili is sure to hit the spot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 15-oz cans canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 14.5-oz can canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 15-oz can canned tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika (regular or smoked)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Return the cooked sausage to the pot, then add the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the liquid), tomato sauce, and chicken or vegetable broth.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Bring the chili to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure flavors meld.
Taste the chili and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more cayenne pepper for extra heat or more salt to taste.
Remove the chili from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 2123 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 772 mg | 16% | |
*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.
