Smoky Chipotle Black Bean Skillet (Printable Version)
Hearty one-pan vegetarian dish with smoky chipotle black beans, corn, and fresh vegetables ready in 35 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium red onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
→ Beans & Tomatoes
06 - 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
→ Seasonings
08 - 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Finishing Touches
14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
15 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
16 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and red bell pepper; sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add corn kernels and cook for another 2 minutes.
04 - Mix in black beans, diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
05 - Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed and flavors meld together.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and cheese if using. Serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one skillet, which means cleanup takes approximately thirty seconds and zero motivation.
- The smoky heat builds slowly and leaves a warmth that lingers without overwhelming anyone at the table.
02 -
- Drain the tomatoes well or you will end up with soup instead of a hearty skillet meal.
- The chipotle heat intensifies as the dish sits, so err on the side of caution initially.
03 -
- Freeze leftover chipotle peppers in adobo in an ice cube tray for easy portioning in future recipes.
- Let the skillet rest for five minutes off the heat before serving to allow the flavors to settle.