One-Pot Green Chili White Beans (Print)

Satisfying stew with white beans, corn, chilies, and warm spices; perfect for cozy meals any night.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 cups corn kernels (frozen or fresh)
06 - 1 medium zucchini, diced

→ Legumes

07 - 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed

→ Chilies & Flavorings

08 - 1 can (4 oz) mild diced green chilies
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Liquids

15 - 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
16 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Garnishes (Optional)

17 - Chopped fresh cilantro
18 - Sliced green onions
19 - Crumbled feta or cotija cheese
20 - Tortilla chips

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
03 - Stir in corn kernels and diced zucchini. Cook for 2–3 minutes, mixing well.
04 - Add the drained and rinsed white beans, diced green chilies, cumin, coriander, oregano, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine all ingredients.
05 - Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
06 - Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle the stew into bowls and top with desired optional garnishes.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses mostly pantry staples you likely already have
  • One pot means minimal cleanup
  • Naturally gluten-free and easily made vegan
  • Packed with plant protein and vegetables
02 -
  • Endlessly customizable to your heat preference from mild to spicy
  • Perfect for meal prep stays delicious for up to 4 days in the refrigerator
  • Excellent source of plant protein fiber and complex carbohydrates
  • Naturally thickens as it sits creating an even more luxurious texture

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