Mexican Chorizo Black Bean Chili

Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 195 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

The spice level of this slow cooker chili is increased just by adding a few sliced Mexican chorizo sausages.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 (4 ounce) links Mexican chorizo sausage, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with oregano and basil
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1 pinch chipotle chile powder, or to taste

Directions

1 Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2 Meanwhile, saute chorizo in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer chorizo to the pot with the onions. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, tomato paste, bell pepper, and chile powder; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
3 Transfer to a slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.