Best 8 Hearty Chickpea Chili Recipes

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In the realm of comfort food, few dishes can rival the warmth and satisfaction of a hearty chickpea chili. This versatile and wholesome dish not only tantalizes taste buds with its rich flavors but also packs a nutritional punch. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the world of chickpea chili, uncovering the secrets to creating the perfect pot of this comforting stew. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of simmering, we'll guide you through each step of the process, ensuring a delightful culinary experience that will leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on this delectable adventure with us.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HEARTY VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Rich and flavorful, this chili is absolutely packed with fun veggies like mushrooms, beans and sun-dried tomatoes. It's so filling, you'll win over any meat lover. -Pam Ivbuls, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-3/4 cups chopped baby portobello mushrooms
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (12 ounces) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles
2 cans (16 ounces each) chili beans, undrained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable broth
4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and finely chopped
Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the mushrooms, onion and sun-dried tomatoes in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add meat crumbles; heat through., Stir in the chili beans, tomatoes, water, broth, chili powder, brown sugar, celery salt and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Ladle chili into bowls. Top each with avocado and, if desired, sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY CHICKEN CHILI



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A bowl of this comfort-food chicken chili for dinner will leave even the most dedicated meat eater satisfied. The recipe was featured on "Mad Hungry" TV.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 jalapeno chile, halved (seeded if desired)
1 white onion, peeled and halved
4 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup chili powder
Salt
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 3/4 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler, with rack 3 inches from heat source. Arrange tomatoes, jalapeno, onion, and garlic, cut side down, on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until starting to char, about 5 minutes. Pulse tomatoes and jalapeno in a blender or a food processor until chunky. Chop onion and mince garlic.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet (preferably enamel cast-iron) over medium-high heat. Add oil. Working in batches, brown chicken in a single layer, allowing to sear before stirring, 5 to 6 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and garlic to skillet. Cook until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Add chili powder and 2 teaspoons salt. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in chipotles, and add chicken. Raise heat to high. Add tomato-jalapeno mixture. Cook, scraping up browned bits, until fully incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in stock; simmer for 20 minutes. Add beans; simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with desired toppings.

CRUNCHY CHILI CHICKPEAS RECIPE BY TASTY



Crunchy Chili Chickpeas Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, chickpeas, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, kosher salt

Provided by Isabel Castillo

Categories     Snacks

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
15 oz chickpeas, 1 can
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  • Drain, rinse, and dry the chickpeas. Spread on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake the chickpeas for 40-45 minutes, until golden and slightly dry. Remove from the oven and carefully transfer to a medium bowl. Keep the oven on.
  • Add the olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Toss until the chickpeas are well coated.
  • Return the chickpeas to the baking sheet and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until golden brown and crunchy.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 5 grams

BLACK BEAN AND CHICKPEA CHILI



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This easy, filling meal uses lots of fresh vegetables, and some frozen or canned to make it easy. Ground turkey breast can be added for meat lovers. Serve over wild rice with shredded cheddar cheese, or with tortilla chips.

Provided by Jenny

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 onion, chopped
2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
5 carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (14.5 ounce) cans canned diced tomatoes with their juice
1 cup frozen corn
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • If using turkey, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the ground turkey for about 10 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, until the meat is no longer pink. Remove the turkey meat and set aside, leaving oil in the pan.
  • Place the onion, green peppers, and carrots into the saucepan, and cook and stir for about 10 minutes, until the onion is translucent and the vegetables are tender. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and black pepper, and pour in the diced tomatoes, frozen corn, black beans, garbanzo beans, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Place about 1 1/2 cups of the chili mixture into a food processor, and puree for about 1 minute until smooth. Pour the puree back into the rest of the chili to thicken. Add the cooked turkey meat, and bring the chili back to a simmer over medium-low heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 214.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

HEARTY GROUND BEEF CHILI



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After searching through several recipes, I decided to put this recipe together by using my favorite ingredients. The resulting ground beef chili is flavorful and hearty. It's excellent when served with homemade cornbread.

Provided by Krysie

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15.5 ounce) can light red beans, drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can dark red beans, drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
3 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
2 teaspoons white vinegar
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
shredded Cheddar cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot pot until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Add onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir diced tomatoes, light red beans, dark red beans, black beans, diced tomatoes with chile peppers, and chili powder into the meat mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer until chili has started to thicken, about 1 hour. Season with vinegar, salt, and pepper. Garnish with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 54.4 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 11.7 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1001.6 mg, Sugar 5 g

HEARTY WHITE CHICKEN CHILI



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I developed this scrumptious chicken chili after tasting something similar at a restaurant. Now my family prefers mine. Crispy tortilla strips give each serving pizzazz. -Gail Haile, Scottsmoor, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h5m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 pounds), skin removed and cut up
2 celery ribs, cut into chunks
1 small onion, quartered
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups water
CHILI:
8 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1/4-inch strips
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
3 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place the first six ingredients in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1 hour or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Strain broth, discarding vegetables and peppercorns; skim fat from broth. Set broth aside., Preheat oven to 400°. Remove meat from bones; cut into bite-size pieces and set aside. Discard bones., In a bowl, toss tortilla strips with 1 teaspoon oil. Arrange strips on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake 8-12 minutes or until crisp, stirring once., In a large saucepan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, onions and garlic; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually add 4 cups chicken broth (save remaining broth for another use)., Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in beans, tomatoes and chicken. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15 minutes longer. Top servings with baked tortilla strips, sour cream, green onions and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 780mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA CHILI



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A very unusual chili, spicy and hearty, but no meat. Pretty much made as printed in the sept 2007 issue of Cooking Light. Delightful

Provided by Umberle

Categories     Beans

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
3/4 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons no-added-salt tomato paste
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add onion, celery, carrot, and garlic to pan; cook stirring constantly for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in cumin, and next 7 ingredients (to ground red pepper); cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add water tomato paste, chickpeas and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro and juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.4, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 851.1, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 6.8, Protein 13.3

CHICKEN AND CHICKPEA CHILI



Chicken and Chickpea Chili image

Provided by Justin Chapple

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 poblano chile, stemmed, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1 to 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, seeded and minced
1 small rotisserie chicken
One 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until rendered but not crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, carrot, celery, poblano, garlic and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and just start to brown, about 8 minutes. Stir in the cumin and coriander and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Meanwhile, transfer the tomatoes and their juices to a medium bowl. Using your hands, gently crushed the tomatoes into chunks. Add the tomatoes, stock and chipotles to the pan and bring to a simmer.
  • Remove and discard the skin and bones from the chicken. Coarsely chop or shred the meat. Stir the chicken and chickpeas into the pan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring gently, until the chicken and chickpeas are heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Season the chili with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with the cheese.

Tips:

  • Soaking chickpeas overnight: Soaking chickpeas overnight not only reduces cooking time but also makes them easier to digest and helps remove excess starch, which can cause gas.
  • Use a variety of spices: Chili is a versatile dish that can be customized to your taste preferences. Experiment with different spices and seasonings, such as cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper, to create a unique and flavorful chili.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When cooking the chili, make sure to leave enough space in the pot for the ingredients to circulate and cook evenly. Overcrowding the pot can result in uneven cooking and a less flavorful chili.
  • Simmer for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the chili for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop. This results in a more flavorful and complex chili.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a great dish to serve with a variety of toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips. This allows your guests to customize their chili to their liking.

Conclusion:

Hearty chickpea chili is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor profile, this chili is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this hearty chickpea chili a try!

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