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15 Minute Black Bean Chili Recipe

This quick and easy 15-minute black bean chili recipe is a flavor explosion! Perfect for a weeknight meal, it's hearty, satisfying, and endlessly customizable. Whether you're a vegetarian or want to add a little meat, this recipe is adaptable to your preferences. Use it as a delicious burrito filling or enjoy it in a bowl topped with your favorite chili fixings like reduced-fat cheddar cheese or sour cream. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 285.1 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 15 Minute Black Bean Chili

  • 1/2 pound ground beef (optional)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

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How to Make 15 Minute Black Bean Chili

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Brown 1/2 pound of ground beef (optional) for 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. While the meat browns (or if omitting meat, start here), drain and rinse one (15-ounce) can of black beans.
  3. Add 1 cup of frozen corn kernels to the pot and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the drained black beans, one (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), and 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.
  6. Serve hot, topped with your favorite chili toppings such as reduced-fat cheddar cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

13g

Carbs

12g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Beans Beef Vegetables Easy Beginner Cook Chili One Dish Meal Inexpensive Ground Beef Meat Corn 3 Steps Or Less