One-Pot Smoky Mushroom and Black Bean Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-05-17

A hearty one-pot chili bursting with smoky chipotle, tender mushrooms, and protein-rich black beans, perfect for a comforting meal. This Mexican-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs olive oil, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 10 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 1 tbsp chipotle chili powder
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups cooked or canned, drained and rinsed black beans
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
• for serving lime wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and garlic fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 10 oz sliced cremini mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp chipotle chili powder, 2 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with juices, 2 cups cooked black beans, and 2 cups vegetable broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered for 25 minutes until the chili thickens and flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Serve garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing over.