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A bowl of black bean chili with slices of lime.

Black Bean Chili Recipe

This easy black bean chili recipe is full of flavor and will be a new family favorite! Perfect for weeknights, it's ready in about an hour.
4.75 from 8 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Emily Wilson

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 2 red bell peppers diced
  • 2 ears sweet corn kernels sliced off (or 1 can sweet corn)
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 3 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 can (15 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans drained and rinsed

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. When hot, add the onion and sauté for 4 minutes.
  • Then add the garlic, bell pepper, and corn and sauté for an additional 4 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the spices and salt to the pot and stir constantly for 30 seconds.
  • Add the vegetable stock, tomatoes, and black beans to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Cover, bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Let the chili simmer for 30 minutes, covered, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the lid and stir, let the chili simmer for an additional 10 minutes uncovered or until it reaches desired consistency.
  • Serve immediately or save in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Notes

Refrigerate - for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Freeze - for up to 6 months in a freezer-safe bag or container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 1366mg | Potassium: 673mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2266IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 4mg