Best 7 Three Bean Taco Chili Recipes

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**Three-Bean Taco Chili: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors and Textures**

Indulge in a culinary journey with Three-Bean Taco Chili, a hearty and flavorful dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its unique blend of spices, beans, and tender meat. This versatile chili is not only a delectable meal on its own but also serves as a versatile base for various Tex-Mex creations. Dive into the goodness of this chili, available in three exciting variations: Classic Three-Bean Taco Chili, Turkey Three-Bean Taco Chili, and Vegetarian Three-Bean Taco Chili. Each variation offers a distinct taste experience, catering to different dietary preferences and ensuring that everyone can savor this delightful dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with Three-Bean Taco Chili, a dish that promises to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

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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

THREE BEAN TACOS



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Lean, mean, and full of beans, these tasty tacos also feature corn and all of your favorite toppings! A delicious and flavorful taco night recipe perfect for the whole family.

Provided by B&M

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) can B&M® Original Baked Beans
1 (15.5 ounce) can Joan of Arc® Light Red Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can Joan of Arc® Black Beans, rinsed and drained
1 (11 ounce) can Green Giant® SteamCrisp® Mexicorn®
1 (1.25 ounce) package Ortega® Taco Seasoning Mix
¾ cup water
12 Ortega® flour tortillas, warmed
Queso fresco, lettuce, and red onion for topping

Steps:

  • Add beans, Green Giant® SteamCrisp® Mexicorn®, 3/4 cup water, and Ortega® Taco Seasoning to large nonstick skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Simmer 10 minutes or until thickened.
  • Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite taco toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 732.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

HEARTY TACO CHILI



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Ranch dressing mix and taco seasoning give extra special flavor to my hearty chili. Folks will come back for seconds. -Julie Neuhalfen, Glenwood, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h30m

Yield 10 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15 ounces) black beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans
1 can (14 ounces) hominy
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
Optional toppings: corn chips, sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Rinse and drain beans and hominy. Add to beef, along with canned tomatoes and green chilies, tomato sauce, onion, the dressing and seasoning mixes and pepper. Puree green chilies and remaining diced tomatoes in a covered blender until smooth; stir into beef mixture., Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 6-8 hours. Serve with toppings as desired., Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

THREE-BEAN CHILI



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You won't miss meat in this tasty bean chili.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup dark beer
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, green pepper, celery and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Add the tomatoes, beans, beer, chili powder and cocoa. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 992mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 14g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

FOUR-BEAN TACO CHILI



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Amy Martell of Canton, Pennsylvania knows how to heat up the dinner table on a cold night. Her zesty chili is chockfull of ground beef, beans and south-of-the-border flair. Whip up the stovetop sensation when you're feeding a crowd, or make sure to save leftovers for the following two recipes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 12 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
3 cups tomato juice
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

ZIPPY THREE-BEAN CHILI



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Agnes Hamilton of Scott Depot, West Virginia uses convenient canned pinto, black and great northern beans to speed up preparation of her hearty chili. The one-dish meal has a stew-like consistency and a peppy Tex-Mex flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
8 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add mushrooms and peppers; cook and stir 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are almost tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, tomatoes and taco seasoning. , Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Add beans; simmer 30 minutes longer. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF AND BEAN TACO CHILI



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This chili recipe is a lifesaver when I'm cooking on the fly. It's loaded with convenience ingredients, but you can pile on the veggies if you're in the mood for a fresh crunch. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 large onions, diced
2 envelopes reduced-sodium taco seasoning
3 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) black beans, undrained
3 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules
Optional toppings: Sour cream, shredded Mexican cheese, chopped tomatoes and crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat; add beef and onions. Cook until beef is no longer pink and onions are tender, 6-8 minutes. Drain. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended, about 30 minutes. If desired, serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 1131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the chili more flavorful, use a variety of beans, such as black, pinto, and kidney beans. You can also add other vegetables, such as corn, bell peppers, or zucchini.
  • If you like spicy chili, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also add a can of diced green chilies or a poblano pepper.
  • To make the chili thicker, add a cornstarch slurry (a mixture of cornstarch and water) to the chili. You can also mash some of the beans to thicken the chili.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.

Conclusion:

This three-bean taco chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. The chili can be served with a variety of toppings, so everyone can customize their bowl to their liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this three-bean taco chili a try.

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