These Sheet Pan Black Bean Chili Nachos is an easy dinner or the ultimate party snack — you choose! Crispy, crunchy, salty, packed with flavor, and vegetarian-friendly.
We just returned home from a short Chicago getaway. It was my first time in Chicago and had a great time there, thanks to dear friends who hosted us in this windy city. Being a California girl, I’m spoiled with warm sunny weather until I hit Chicago. It was freezing and I didn’t feel like going out. Plus, I was afraid because of this incident, so although I enjoyed Chicago, I felt really good to be home.
This week #SundaySupper is about bean-tastic and it is brought to you by Tammi of Momma’s Meals. For as long as I remember, I’ve never been a fan of bean. There are some beans that I enjoy most: green mung bean for dessert or white bean for drinks. Other than that, I tend to avoid beans and that includes chili.
Couple years ago, I decided to befriend them beans, from garbanzo beans to black beans. It started when I tried skillet baked beans for the first time and I fell in love with it. Since that, bean has climbed to a higher place in my favorite food list.
Last week, I made this black bean chili. It tasted good but it looked so boring and I started to play around with it. Adding nachos as a layer and broil it in the oven turned out to be a fantastic idea. Both Frederick and I ended up snacking on this for brunch because they’re just too good. It’s funny, ’cause Frederick asked me if I had put some bacon in it because it tastes so good, and I proudly answered… bacon? Dude, it’s all veggies.
Black Bean Chili Nachos
Ingredients
- 1 small onion cubed
- 1 bell pepper cubed
- 1 carrot cubed
- 11/2 cups corn kernels
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1 can 28 oz tomatoes
- 1 can 15 oz black beans
- 2 teaspoons ancho chili
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 5 teaspoons dried oregano
- Jalapeno seeded and sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Your favorite tortilla chips I use Beanitos
- Monterey Jack Cheese
- Mashed avocado optional
Instructions
- In a pan, add the olive oil, onion, bell pepper, and carrot on a medium-high heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Add the corn, celery, tomatoes, and black beans. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the tomato juices are lightly thickened, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and adjust your seasoning with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat the broiler to 400F.
- Arrange a layer of tortilla chips on a baking sheet.
- Scatter a generous serving of the chili and shredded cheese over the chips.
- Place under the broiler between 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then top with sliced jalapeno, fresh cilantro, and avocado.
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Navy Bean & Kale Soup by An Appealing Plan
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Classic Cassoulet by Food Lust People Love
Butternut Squash White Bean Soup by Magnolia Days
Spicy Sausage, White Bean and Spinach Soup by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
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Renee says
Who needs bacon when you have such great flavors going on in the nachos. Delish!
David @ CookingChat says
I like the idea of black beans for nachos!
Liz says
What a terrific way to turn ordinary chili into an irresistible snack (though I think I’d love your black bean chili, too!).
Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats says
One of our favorite snacks/appetizers are nachos – these look fabulous!
Jen says
LOVE black beans and nachos!
Diana @DandelionGreensBlog says
Wow, that’s amazing that you were able to achieve a bacon flavor with all veggies. Beautiful and homey dish!
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says
This sounds amazing! Black beans are my favorite variety and putting chili on top of nachos is brilliant.
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
I know know what’s for dinner tonight — and LOVE the gif!!
susan // the wimpy vegetarian says
I love any chili, and yours looks really fantastic!!!! And the nachos idea is just GENIUS!!
Sam @ PancakeWarriors says
Joy I love this as nachos! I made a bunch of chili this week and ended up stuffing it in sweet potatoes, but nachos was my second option. I love the crispy crunch of the chips with the soft chili. Love that its all veggies, veggies for the win!!!
Terri Steffes says
I’m a newbie on #SundaySuppers, too, and thought I would come and say hey! Your recipe looks so good. I agree about the Chicago cold, STAY IN!
Sue Lau says
Love that you used ancho chili–the flavor is so wonderful. Great idea!
Amanda says
I need some of these, and soon!!
Hezzi-D says
Wow! Love this vegetarian nacho recipe!
The Ninja Baker says
The chill factor of the Windy City is indeed intense, Linda =) Glad you made it back to warmth and in time to share a gourmet nachos recipe =)
Valerie Cathell Clark says
This looks amazing! Your photography is beautiful!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Nachos for dinner or snack would rock!
Beth says
I want these nachos right now! yum!
Sarah says
Yes please!! I’ll take these for dinner tonight!
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
Well we love beans and this recipe sounds amazing!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
Awww I’m sorry it was sooo cold in Chicago. We Chicago people are used to these horrible temperatures but at least you turned out these incredible nachos! Yummo!
Kimberly says
omg … I would pay you to deliver me a batch of your black bean chili nachos right now! Delish!
Tara says
Very clever and delicious looking, great change up for nachos!!
CarriesExpKtchn says
These nachos look wonderful and black beans are one of my favorites. The chili looks awesome too, thanks for sharing!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
I love having all vegetarian recipes on hand like this! They’re hearty but satisfying 😀 Great job Linda!
Constance Smith says
YUM!!!!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
I’ve never been to Chicago before but have always wanted to visit. These nachos look fabulous! Love the black bean chili!
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
I am in love with these nachos and wish I had a bowl right now!!