Fiery Baked Beans

Turn up the heat with these Fiery Baked Beans, a bold and flavorful twist on the classic side dish that’s perfect for BBQs, weeknight dinners, or potlucks! Bursting with tender navy beans, smoky bacon, and the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, this recipe features layers of flavor from ingredients like smoked paprika, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, molasses, and a dash of cayenne. Each bite delivers a smoky heat that’s rounded out by the tangy richness of Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar. Easy to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, these beans develop a caramelized topping that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Whether served alongside grilled meats or as a hearty standalone meal, this dish will spice up any plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups canned navy beans
• 4 pieces bacon slices
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cups ketchup
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Once cool, crumble the bacon and set it aside.

Step 3

Drain most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté over medium heat until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, chipotle peppers, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are incorporated.

Step 5

Add the cooked onions and garlic to the sauce mixture. Stir in the navy beans and water, mixing until the beans are well coated.

Step 6

Transfer the bean mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the top.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the top to caramelize slightly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the baked beans rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1318.7 grams (1318.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1919

Total Fat 24.00g	31%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 36mg	12%
Sodium 7022mg	305%
Total Carbohydrate 351.50g	128%
Dietary Fiber 56.70g	203%
Total Sugars 118.00g
Protein 92.00g	184%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 750mg	58%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 4950mg	105%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.9%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 70.7%