Best 6 Best Ever Three Bean Chili Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful vegetarian feast with our collection of three-bean chili recipes. These satisfying dishes are not only packed with wholesome ingredients but also burst with a symphony of flavors. From the classic three-bean chili with its comforting blend of beans, tomatoes, and spices to the smoky chipotle black bean chili with its hint of heat, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. And for those who prefer a vegan option, our three-bean chili without meat delivers all the rich flavors without compromising on satisfaction. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions, ensuring that you can easily recreate these culinary delights in your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, let your taste buds dance, and embark on a delicious journey with our best-ever three-bean chili recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THREE BEAN AND BEEF CHILI



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Cook a comforting pot of Ellie Krieger's hearty Three Bean and Beef Chili recipe from Food Network, featuring black, kidney and pinto beans.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 cups (serves 8, serving size 1 1/4 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced (1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, diced (1 cup)
2 carrots, diced (1/2 cup)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pound extra-lean ground beef (90 percent lean)
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 cups water
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, seeded and minced
2 teaspoons adobo sauce from the can of chipotles
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 15.5-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
One 15.5-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 15.5-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in large pot or Dutch oven over moderate heat. Add the onion, bell pepper and carrots, cover and cook, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add the cumin and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the ground beef; raise the heat to high and cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the meat is no longer pink. Stir in the tomatoes, water, chipotle and adobo sauce, oregano and salt and pepper. Simmer, partially covered, stirring from time to time, for 30 minutes. Stir in the beans and cook, partially covered, 20 minutes longer. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 37 milligrams, Sodium 512 milligrams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 8 grams

BEST DAMN CHILI



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After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.

Provided by Danny Jaye

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 28

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 Anaheim chile pepper, chopped
2 red jalapeno pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ½ pounds lean ground beef
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle light beer (such as Coors®)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup white wine
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle pepper sauce
2 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans (such as Bush's®)
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
  • Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
  • Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

BEST EVER THREE BEAN CHILI



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I made this recipe based off of another one I found and took it to a potluck. Everyone loved it. It was even better two days later!

Provided by Nurse Amanda

Categories     Black Beans

Time 1h5m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
4 tablespoons chopped garlic
3 tablespoons cumin
5 tablespoons chili powder
1 (32 ounce) box low sodium chicken broth
3 (11 ounce) cans white shoepeg corn
3 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 (14 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon diced jalapeno
4 lbs ground beef, browned and drained
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellinni kidney beans, rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed
shredded cheddar cheese, to taste

Steps:

  • Saute onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until softened.
  • Add cumin and chili powder to pan to toast.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and stir well.
  • Simmer on low for at least 30 minutes.
  • Serve in bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.6, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 49.4, Sodium 536, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 5, Protein 20.9

THREE BEAN TURKEY CHILI



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds ground turkey (not lean)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons chile powder
2 tablespoons tomato paste
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
One 4-ounce can diced green chiles (mild, medium or hot, as desired)
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded pepper Jack or sharp Cheddar, for topping
1 cup sour cream, for topping
1 cup sliced scallions, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the turkey, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon, until brown, about 8 minutes. Remove the turkey and set aside. Add the garlic, celery, onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 8 minutes. Add the chile powder and tomato paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Return the turkey to the pot and add the diced tomatoes, beans, green chiles and chicken broth. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the chili topped with the cheese, sour cream and scallions.

FIVE-BEAN CHILLI



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Batch-cook this vegan five-bean chilli, then freeze in portions for busy weeknights. With beans, tomatoes and peppers, it's full of nutritious, filling veg

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1½ tbsp rapeseed oil
1 onion , sliced
2 peppers , sliced
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground coriander
2 tsp hot smoked paprika
400g can chopped tomatoes
400g can mixed beans , drained
400g can black beans , drained
pinch of sugar
250g brown rice
½ small bunch coriander , chopped
soured cream or guacamole, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a casserole dish and fry the onion and peppers for 10 mins over a medium heat until the onion is golden brown. Add the garlic and spices, and fry for 1 min. Pour in the tomatoes, both cans of beans, 50ml water, then add the sugar and season. Simmer, stirring regularly, for 15-20 mins until thickened.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice following pack instructions. Serve the chilli on the rice and scatter over the coriander. Top with a spoonful of soured cream, or guacamole, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 69 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium

THREE-BEAN VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Hearty, meatless chili with plenty of veggies.

Provided by ChefBillT

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup vegetable oil
1 onion, cut into small dice
1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 green bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ¾ cups water
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans
1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas
Sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy 6-quart pot over medium heat. Cook onion, bell peppers, jalapeno, garlic, and salt, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, tomato paste, tomatoes, and water and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain beans, reserving liquid, and rinse under cold water. Add beans and 3/4 cup reserved liquid to chili and simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Top each serving with sour cream, cheese, and cilantro (if using).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 17.2 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans. This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Soak your beans overnight before cooking. This will help them to cook more evenly and quickly.
  • Use a Dutch oven or large pot. This will give your chili plenty of room to simmer and develop its flavor.
  • Sauté your vegetables before adding them to the chili. This will help them to caramelize and add a deeper flavor to the chili.
  • Use a good quality chili powder. This is the key ingredient in any chili, so don't skimp on it.
  • Season your chili to taste. Add salt, pepper, and cumin to taste.
  • Let your chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
  • Serve your chili with your favorite toppings. Some good choices include sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Three-bean chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. By following these tips, you can make a pot of chili that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give three-bean chili a try. You won't be disappointed!

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