The Best Vegetarian Chili (Slow-Cooker or Stovetop)

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Servings

    10

  • Calories

    489 kcal

  • Cuisine

    American

The Best Vegetarian Chili (Slow-Cooker or Stovetop)

This is hands down The Best Vegetarian Chili we've ever devoured. It can be made in a Crock Pot or simply on the stovetop - your choice! You won't miss the meat with these big, bold flavors. 

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Ingredients

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  • 2 TB olive oil
  • 1 whole medium onion diced
  • 7 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 TB chili powder
  • 1 TB ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 TB oregano
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 3 TB tomato paste
  • 2 green bell peppers seeded and chopped
  • 2 red bell peppers seeded and chopped
  • 14.5 oz fire roasted tomatoes with juices
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 14 oz can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 14 oz can White beans drained
  • 14 oz can garbanzo beans drained
  • 14 oz can corn kernels drained
  • 24 oz vegetable burgers crumbled*
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional Garnishes: shredded cheddar cheese (vegan, if desired) cilantro, avocado, limes
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Instructions

For Stovetop

  1. In a large heavy pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil until hot. Add onion and garlic, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  2. Add sugar, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, oregano, and coriander. Stir to combine, 10 seconds. Add tomato paste and stir 30 seconds.
  3. Add bell peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes with juices, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and broth. Scrape bottom of pot while stirring. Bring chili to a simmer. Simmer covered 20 minutes.
  4. Add beans, corn, and vegetable crumbles, stirring to combine well. Bring chili back to a simmer and cook, covered, another 20 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat. If desired, add kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm with desired garnishes.

For Slow Cooker

  1. Add all ingredients into slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours. Keep warm until ready to serve. Serve with honey cornbread or sweet corn muffins.

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  • This chili is even better the next day, so if you can make it the day beforehand, please do. It's perfect for meal prep.
  • If you can use veggie burger crumbles, we highly suggest using those, as it will cut down on prep time.
  • If you don't prefer to use vegetable burger crumbles, substitute with more beans or your choice of grains. This chili is wonderful with these honey cornbread muffins.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 489kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 3g (5%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 460mg (19%) Potassium 560mg (16%) Fiber 104g (416%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 266IU (5%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 522mg (52%) Iron 21mg (117%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 489 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 489kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 3g 5%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 460mg 19%
Potassium 560mg 12%
Fiber 104g 416%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 266IU 5%
Vitamin C 35mg 39%
Calcium 522mg 52%
Iron 21mg 117%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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