Best 7 Zippy Three Bean Chili Recipes

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Warm up your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Zippy Three-Bean Chili. This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of textures and spices, bringing together three types of beans, juicy tomatoes, and an array of zesty seasonings. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a satisfying protein-packed meal or a meat-lover looking for a flavorful twist, this versatile chili has something for everyone.

Our carefully curated collection of recipes offers a delightful variety of Zippy Three-Bean Chili preparations, catering to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. From the classic stovetop method to the convenience of slow-cooker and Instant Pot options, we've got you covered. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver a unique culinary experience, with options ranging from mild and comforting to spicy and bold.

For those who prefer a traditional approach, our stovetop recipe takes you on a step-by-step journey to create a rich and flavorful chili. Simmer the beans, tomatoes, and spices together in a pot on the stovetop, infusing your kitchen with an enticing aroma.

If you're short on time or looking for hassle-free cooking, our slow-cooker recipe is your perfect match. Simply combine all the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it work its magic over several hours, resulting in a tender and flavorful chili that's ready to serve when you are.

For those who appreciate the convenience of modern appliances, our Instant Pot recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy Zippy Three-Bean Chili. With just a few minutes of prep, you can have a delicious and hearty chili on the table in under an hour.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a treat. Our Zippy Three-Bean Chili is not only delicious but also versatile. Serve it as a hearty main course, a side dish to grilled meats, or even as a flavorful topping for nachos or baked potatoes. The possibilities are endless, making this chili a must-try for any home cook.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY THREE-BEAN PANTRY CHILI



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This vegetarian chili gets its rich flavor from caramelizing tomato paste and warming herbs, rather than long hours of cooking. You can amp up the heat by using a spicy salsa or some of the adobo paste (though the chile itself is pretty hot). Add corn for some sweetness, or canned hominy for a chunkier and funkier chili.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 chipotle in adobo, smashed with a fork into a fine paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Two 16-ounce jars mild salsa (about 3 1/2 cups)
Three 15-ounce cans beans, such as kidney, black and pinto beans, or your preference, drained (but not rinsed)
Three 15-ounce cans beans, such as kidney, black and pinto beans, or your preference, drained (but not rinsed)
One 15-ounce can hominy or corn, drained (but not rinsed)
1 cup long-grain white rice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
Serving Suggestions: Tortilla chips and sliced pickled jalapenos

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add the tomato paste and cook, smearing and stirring constantly with a heat-proof spatula or flat-edged wooden spoon, until dark and aromatic, about 90 seconds. Add the chipotle, chili powder and oregano, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the salsa and 1 1/4 cup water. Stir in the beans and hominy. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan with a lid. Stir in the rice, reduce the heat to medium low, cover and simmer until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Remove the chili from the heat, stir in the cider vinegar and let stand 1 minute. Fluff the rice with a fork, divide it among 6 serving bowls and top with the chili. Serve with pickled jalapenos and tortilla chips, if desired.

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 Allrecipes Member

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
½ cup chopped green pepper
½ cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 (1.25 ounce) package reduced sodium taco seasoning
1 (15.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can 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 the mushrooms, peppers and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are almost tender. 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 347.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 918.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

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 Allrecipes Member

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
½ cup chopped green pepper
½ cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 (1.25 ounce) package reduced sodium taco seasoning
1 (15.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can 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 the mushrooms, peppers and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are almost tender. 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 347.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 918.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

ZIPPY VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Hominy and garbanzo beans are interesting additions to this zippy chili recipe that uses canned goods from the cupboard. I often serve it with cornbread or flour tortillas for a speedy meal. It's economical, too. -Karen Hunt, Bellvue, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, undrained
2 small zucchini, halved and thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 to 2 cups water
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Chopped green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first 15 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY THREE-BEAN CHILI



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"Even my meat-loving family devours this hearty meatless chili," says Melissa Mendez of Gilbert, Minnesota. "Since it's more fun to eat with your hands, we scoop it up with chips! It's fast, simple to make and freezes well."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup vegetable broth
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (16 ounces) spicy fat-free refried beans
1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute the peppers and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, broth, chili powder, cumin and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes. , Stir in refried beans; simmer 10 minutes longer. Garnish each serving with 2 teaspoons each of cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

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 Allrecipes Member

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
½ cup chopped green pepper
½ cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 (1.25 ounce) package reduced sodium taco seasoning
1 (15.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can 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 the mushrooms, peppers and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are almost tender. 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 347.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 918.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans: For a more flavorful chili, use a mix of different types of beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Don't overcook the beans: Overcooked beans can become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook the beans until they are just tender.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables in a little olive oil before adding them to the chili will help them to caramelize and develop more flavor.
  • Use a good quality chili powder: The chili powder is one of the most important ingredients in the chili, so be sure to use a good quality brand.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for chili include shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This zippy three-bean chili is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chili a try!

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