Hearty Sausage Bean Chili

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Hearty Sausage Bean Chili, a robust and flavor-packed meal that's perfect for chilly evenings or game day gatherings. This one-pot wonder features savory Italian sausage—choose mild or spicy to suit your taste—paired with tender kidney beans and black beans, adding a protein-rich punch. Fresh bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and a medley of warm spices like chili powder and cumin create a smoky, slightly spiced base, while canned tomatoes and broth bring it all together with a rich, hearty texture. Ready in just over an hour, this easy chili recipe is ideal for feeding a crowd, and it's endlessly customizable with toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro. For a filling dinner that's bursting with bold flavors and just the right amount of heat, this sausage bean chili is sure to hit the spot.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces Canned tomato sauce
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Beef or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the sausage to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Step 5

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and broth to the pot. Stir well.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to fully incorporate the spices.

Step 8

Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes if the chili is too thin, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 10

Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3448.8 grams (3448.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3179

Total Fat 179.70g	230%
Saturated Fat 65.20g	326%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.10g
Cholesterol 403mg	134%
Sodium 10549mg	459%
Total Carbohydrate 250.10g	91%
Dietary Fiber 82.10g	293%
Total Sugars 61.90g
Protein 148.80g	298%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 1416mg	109%
Iron 37mg	206%
Potassium 7754mg	165%

*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: 50.3%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 31.1%