Spicy Black Bean Chorizo Chili

Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this bold and hearty Spicy Black Bean Chorizo Chili! Bursting with flavor, this one-pot recipe combines the smoky richness of crumbled chorizo sausage, tender black beans, and fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chilies. Aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder create a deep, savory heat, while sautéed onions, red bell peppers, and garlic add a delightful base of sweetness. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this chili is perfect for weeknight meals or game-day gatherings. Serve it piping hot and garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside cornbread or crunchy tortilla chips, for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s both filling and flavorful. Perfect for lovers of spicy, comforting dishes, this chili is sure to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chorizo sausage, casing removed and crumbled
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups beef or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook until browned and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the cooked chorizo with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot with the remaining oil. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Return the cooked chorizo to the pot and stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or spices, if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Pair with cornbread or tortilla chips for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2156.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2729.1

Total Fat 195.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 9485.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 109.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 529.5mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 4169.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.5%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 19.4%