How to Make Mexican Chorizo Black Bean Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few dishes that can warm you up and satisfy your taste buds quite like a hearty bowl of chili. And when it comes to creating a chili with a fiesta of flavors, it's hard to beat Mexican Chorizo Black Bean Chili. This recipe brings together the bold and spicy flavors of Mexican chorizo sausage with the rich and earthy taste of black beans, resulting in a dish that is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 (4 ounce) links Mexican chorizo sausage, sliced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with oregano and basil
  • 1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 pinch chipotle chile powder, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, saute chorizo in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer chorizo to the pot with the onions. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, tomato paste, bell pepper, and chile powder; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  • Transfer to a slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    515 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 1860mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 47mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1117mg