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Ultimate Meatless Chili

Ultimate Meatless Chili layers smoky cumin and chili powder with sweet corn, tangy tomatoes, and a trio of hearty beans for a rich, slow-simmered flavor. Green chiles and jalapeños add a gentle heat while bell peppers and celery keep each bite vibrant. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or game-day gathering with your favorite toppings.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook1 hr
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyMedium
Ultimate Meatless Chili
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and season with oregano, salt, cumin, and bay leaves. Cook and stir until the onion is tender; then stir in the celery, green bell peppers, jalapeños, and garlic.

  3. 3

    Add the green chile peppers and cook until heated through. Stir in the vegetarian burger crumbles; reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the tomatoes; season with chili powder and black pepper. Stir in the kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and black beans.

  5. 5

    Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in the corn, and continue cooking for 5 minutes before serving.

  7. 7

    Serve and enjoy.