Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe

Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe

8 servings
Savory, simple, and satisfying, this Vegetarian Chili recipe brings a slow cooker sensation to your table, reinventing vegetarian comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 14-ounce can Old El Paso™ Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
    1
  • 14-ounce can low-sodium black beans
    1
  • 14-ounce can low-sodium white beans
    1
  • 14-ounce can low-sodium small red beans
    1
  • 14-ounce can low-sodium pinto beans
    1
  • 14-ounce can sweet corn
    1
  • 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chiles

    divided

    1
  • whole chipotle chilies in adobo sauce with 2 tablespoons sauce from can
    1
  • sweet onion
    1 ½ c
  • extra virgin olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • kosher salt
    1 tsp
  • cream cheese

    cubed

    4 oz
  • Optional Toppings: pickled jalapenos

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the enchilada sauce, beans, corn, and half of the can of diced tomatoes in the crock of a slow cooker along with 1 ¾ cups of water.

  2. 2

    Pour the remaining diced tomatoes into a small food processor or blender along with the chipotles and adobo sauce. Purée, then transfer to the slow cooker.

  3. 3

    Add the onion, olive oil, and kosher salt. Cook on High for 4 hours, or on Low for 8 hours.

  4. 4

    Transfer two cups of the chili to a blender and purée. Return to the pot. Stir the cubed cream cheese into the chili and allow to cook for another 30-60 minutes, until well-combined. Serve hot with toppings of your choice.

Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe

Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe

310 min8 servings94 cal

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About this Recipe

Cozy Up with Our Irresistible Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe!\n\nGet ready to redefine comfort food with this incredibly simple and satisfying Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this dish allows you to 'set it and forget it,' delivering a rich, hearty meal with minimal effort. Our recipe is not just delicious; it's also naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a fantastic option for everyone at your table.\n\nWhat makes this Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker stand out? It's the delightful blend of flavors and textures. We start with a foundation of savory Old El Paso™ Mild Red Enchilada Sauce, which provides incredible depth without being overly spicy. A medley of four low-sodium beans – black, white, small red, and pinto – ensures a protein-packed and fiber-rich meal, complemented by sweet corn for a touch of brightness. The real secret weapon is a hint of smoky chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, adding a complex warmth that elevates the entire dish. Finally, a touch of cream cheese is stirred in at the end, creating an unbelievably creamy and luxurious texture that will have you coming back for seconds.\n\nThis Vegetarian Chili Crockpot Recipe is designed for maximum flavor with minimum fuss. Just combine your ingredients, let your slow cooker do the work, and come home to a house filled with an inviting aroma.\n\n### Serving Suggestions & Variations:\n\n- Make it your own: Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more chipotle chilies or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.\n- Add more veggies: Boost the nutrition by tossing in diced bell peppers, zucchini, or even sweet potato chunks with the rest of the ingredients.\n- Perfect Pairings: Serve this hearty chili over fluffy rice, with a side of warm cornbread, or simply as a satisfying bowl on its own.\n- Load on the toppings: Don't forget the optional toppings! Fresh chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream (or a dairy-free alternative), zesty lime wedges, and fiery pickled jalapenos are perfect complements to this savory Vegetarian Chili Slow Cooker Recipe.

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