Easy Hearty Bean Chili Recipe
A robust and flavorful chili packed with multiple types of beans, corn, tomatoes, and warming spices, simmered to perfection for a deeply satisfying vegetarian meal.

Ingredients
- 1 (15-oz) can, rinsed and drainedCanned Kidney Beans
- 1 (15-oz) can, rinsed and drainedCanned Black Beans
- 1 (28-oz) can, undrainedCanned Diced Tomatoes
- 2 tbspTomato Paste
- 2 cupsVegetable Broth
- 1 large, choppedOnion
- 3, mincedGarlic Cloves
- 2 tbspChili Powder
- 1 tbspCumin
- 1 tspSmoked Paprika
- 1 cupFrozen Corn
- optionalToppings (e.g., avocado, sour cream, cheese, cilantro)
Nutrition
Per serving, estimated
- Calories
- 390 kcal
- Protein
- 20 g
- Carbs
- 65 g
- Fat
- 8 g
Steps
- 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- 3
Stir in tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4
Add diced tomatoes (undrained), vegetable broth, rinsed kidney beans, and black beans. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes (or longer for deeper flavor), stirring occasionally.
- 6
Stir in the frozen corn during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as avocado slices, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, shredded cheese (dairy or non-dairy), and fresh cilantro.
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