Southwestern Black Bean Chili Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this Southwestern Black Bean Chili! A vibrant twist on a classic, this recipe bursts with flavor thanks to sweet corn, hearty black beans, fiery jalapeños, and zesty taco seasoning. Topped with creamy sour cream, fresh green onions, and crunchy tortilla chips, it's a Southwestern fiesta in every bowl! Perfect for a cozy night in or a crowd-pleasing party dish.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 365.3 kcal
Protein 48g
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Ingredients for Southwestern Black Bean Chili

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How to Make Southwestern Black Bean Chili

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 lb ground chuck and 1 medium onion (chopped) over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 1 (15 ounce) can of drained whole kernel corn, 1 (15 ounce) can of undrained black beans, 1 (10.75 ounce) can of condensed tomato soup, 1 cup of water, and 1-2 jalapeños (minced – adjust to your spice preference).
  4. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream and 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the chili is heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir gently to avoid curdling the sour cream.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions (about 1/4 cup), and crushed tortilla chips or chili cheese corn chips, as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

49g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southwestern Black Bean Chili?

Southwestern Black Bean Chili takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southwestern Black Bean Chili?

Southwestern Black Bean Chili has approximately 365.3 calories per serving, with about 48 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southwestern Black Bean Chili?

The key ingredients for Southwestern Black Bean Chili are Ground Chuck, Onion, Taco Seasoning, Corn, Black Beans, Tomato Soup. See the full list with measurements above.

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