Playful Game Day Black Bean and Corn Chili
A hearty vegetarian chili combining black beans and sweet corn with smoky chipotle for a satisfying game day snack or meal. This latin american-inspired soups (vegetarian, gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs fresh or frozen corn kernels, medium, diced onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 2 cups cooked or canned, drained and rinsed black beans
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 peppers, minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
- 4, for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, cooking for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups cooked black beans, 1.5 cups corn kernels, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices, 2 minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and 2 cups vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
- Step 4: Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and chili thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Serve hot topped with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Playful Game Day Black Bean and Corn Chili take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Playful Game Day Black Bean and Corn Chili?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh or frozen corn kernels from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Playful Game Day Black Bean and Corn Chili?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Playful Game Day Black Bean and Corn Chili for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Playful Game Day Black Bean and Corn Chili vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
