One-Pot Mexican Chipotle Black Bean Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-05-05

A hearty and smoky one-pot rice dish packed with black beans, chipotle peppers, and vibrant spices. This Mexican-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian, vegan), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs long grain white rice, black beans, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
• 2 peppers minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika. Toast the rice for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to coat the grains with the spices.
3. Step 3: Add 3 cups vegetable broth, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, and 2 minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Season with 1 tsp salt and bring to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Fluff the rice with a fork, stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Serve warm as a smoky, filling side or main.