Healthy Slow Cooker Chipotle Bean Chili
Healthy Slow Cooker Chipotle Bean Chili is a deliciously hearty dish that brings comfort and satisfaction with every bite. With just seven ingredients, this chili combines the rich flavors of black beans, kidney beans, and chipotle peppers to create an exciting and nutritious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare in a slow cooker, allowing you to focus on your day while dinner cooks itself. The spice from the chipotle peppers adds a delightful kick, making this chili stand out as an ideal option for both meal prep and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain both the black beans and kidney beans thoroughly.
- Chop the onion into small pieces and mince the garlic cloves finely.
- In your slow cooker, combine the black beans and kidney beans.
- Pour in the canned diced tomatoes over the beans.
- Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic.
- Mix in the chopped chipotle peppers for added spice.
- Pour the vegetable broth over everything for a rich base.
- Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until heated through.
- Stir occasionally if possible, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg