Easy • Vegetarian
Spicy Black Bean and Corn Chili
A hearty, flavor-packed vegetarian chili with black beans, sweet corn, and a smoky kick, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Easy
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Warm up with a bowl of this incredibly satisfying Spicy Black Bean and Corn Chili! It's rich, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic meatless meal that doesn't compromise on taste. Whether it's a chilly evening or you just crave something comforting, this chili comes together quickly and will leave you feeling perfectly cozy. Plus, leftovers are even better!
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, fresh cilantro, tortilla chips
Preparation
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and red bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 2
Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained), rinsed black beans, frozen corn, and vegetable broth. Bring the chili to a simmer.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it simmers, the more flavorful it will be.
Step 5
Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and serve with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or fresh cilantro. A side of tortilla chips is always a good idea!
Tips
- For a thicker chili, mash about 1/4 cup of the black beans against the side of the pot before simmering.
- Add a squeeze of lime juice at the end for an extra burst of freshness.
- This chili freezes beautifully, so make a double batch for future easy meals!
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