Spicy Black Beans with Chorizo and Chipotle Cream

Dive into bold, smoky flavors with this Spicy Black Beans with Chorizo and Chipotle Cream recipe, a hearty, protein-packed dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender black beans simmered with robust chorizo, aromatic cumin, and the subtle heat of chipotle peppers, this one-pan wonder is bursting with Tex-Mex flair. The rich chipotle cream adds a cooling, tangy contrast, while fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice brighten the dish beautifully. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal option for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve with crispy tortilla chips for an irresistible pairing that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 ounces Chorizo sausage (raw, casing removed)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 30 ounces Black beans, canned, drained and rinsed
• 10 ounces Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 bag Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chorizo and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked and browned. Remove the cooked chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the same pan and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and the minced chipotle pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Return the cooked chorizo to the pan and stir it into the bean mixture. Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

While the bean mixture simmers, prepare the chipotle cream by whisking together the heavy cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 7

Stir the chopped cilantro into the black bean mixture just before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 8

Serve the spicy black beans and chorizo in bowls, drizzled with the chipotle cream. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired. Pair with tortilla chips for added crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1922.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3602.6

Total Fat 210.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 301.4mg	0%
Sodium 7057.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 127.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 644.6mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 3902.3mg	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: 52.3%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 33.7%