Honey Chipotle Baked Beans

Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly savory, these Honey Chipotle Baked Beans are the ultimate upgrade to a classic side dish. This recipe packs bold flavors with tender navy beans simmered in a rich, tangy sauce made with ketchup, honey, and the smoky heat of chipotle peppers in adobo. Sizzling bacon and caramelized onions infuse the dish with a hearty depth, while hints of brown sugar and apple cider vinegar balance sweet and tangy notes. Slow-baked to perfection, these beans develop a luscious, thick sauce that's perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or any comforting homemade meal. Ready in just 90 minutes, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress. Serve warm and garnish with crispy bacon for a crowd-pleasing side that steals the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Canned navy beans (drained and rinsed)
• 4 slices Thick-cut bacon (chopped)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (finely diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.333 cup Honey
• 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 3

Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Cook for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ketchup, honey, chopped chipotle peppers, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, paprika, salt, black pepper, and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the navy beans. Stir to coat the beans evenly with the sauce.

Step 7

Fold in the cooked bacon pieces, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.

Step 8

Cover the skillet or transfer everything to a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil, stir the beans, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Step 11

Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with reserved bacon pieces if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1457.9 grams (1457.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1685

Total Fat 45.80g	59%
Saturated Fat 17.10g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 80mg	27%
Sodium 6311mg	274%
Total Carbohydrate 269.00g	98%
Dietary Fiber 38.70g	138%
Total Sugars 139.80g
Protein 66.30g	133%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373mg	29%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 2907mg	62%

*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: 23.5%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 61.4%