Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili with Tangy Baked Beans

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is a hearty answer to a meatless main dish. Spicy, tangy and satisfying with black beans, baked beans and more!

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili with Tangy Baked Beans is a flavor-packed recipe. Full of plant protein, this dish will leave you satisfied and not missing the meat!

Vegetarian Chili in the Slow Cooker

The secret to a hearty, filling chili actually is NOT the meat; and this vegetarian chili proves it!

A satisfying chunky texture, ample protein (it’s filling) and loads of great flavor create an unforgettable comfort food recipe everyone loves.

Why Make THIS Vegetarian Chili?

In addition to the variety of vegetables and great texture, using vegetarian tangy baked beans gives a whole new flavor to this vegetarian chili!

A little bit of unsweetened coconut milk also adds some creaminess and flavor to make it special.

Ingredients in this Vegetarian Chili

Don’t let the length of this ingredient list fool you; this vegetarian chili can be put together in less than 10 minutes!

• Olive Oil
• Yellow Onion
• Garlic Cloves
• Red Sweet Pepper
• Yellow Sweet Pepper
• Celery Stalk
• Cumin
• Chili Powder
• Carrot
• can Vegetarian Baked Beans with liquid
• can Diced Tomatoes
• can Black Beans
• can Corn Kernels (frozen/thawed or fresh kernels may be substituted)
• Unsweetened Coconut Milk
• Kosher Salt to taste

Suggested Garnishes:

• lime zest
• chopped Italian parsley leaves (fresh)
• a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
• grated cheddar cheese

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is EASY

A great thing about this vegetarian chili recipe is most of the ingredients are already prepared for you.

The baked beans, black beans, tomatoes and corn are all canned. The spices just need to be measured out.

Vegetarian Chili Prep Shortcut

The only ingredients requiring preparation are the fresh vegetables.

Want a timesaving tip? Use a mini chopper. I use it whenever I can to save time from hand chopping.

The container can be washed in the dishwasher when done (always wash the blade my hand to keep it sharp!)

How to Make this Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili – Step by Step:

This slow cooker has one extra step before adding everything and turning it on. It makes all the difference!

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté the onions and garlic until softened (4 minutes).
• Add the celery, peppers, cumin and chili powder; continue to sauté an additional 3 minutes.
• Spoon the sautéed mixture into a 6-7 quart slow cooker.
• Add the remaining ingredients and cook on high for 7 hours.
• Serve with suggested garnishes or store sealed until serving. NOTE: maybe be made 1-2 days before serving).

Why Sauté the Vegetables First?

Taking a few minutes to sauté the vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker develops more flavor and cuts the sharpness of the onions.

If you don’t have the time you can also add everything to the slow cooker and skip the sautéing.

Make Ahead Vegetarian Chili

As with most chili recipes, this vegetarian chili builds more flavor when made ahead of time.

Whether you choose to make it a day before serving, or enjoy leftovers a few days later, you’ll find it improves with time but is still great the day it is made.

More Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Love:

• Posole: a Shortcut Slow Cooker Mexican Stew Recipe
• Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Taco Meat (for a crowd)
• Pineapple Citrus Slow Cooker Carnitas & Carnitas Tacos
• Slow Cooker Caribbean Pot Roast

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Slow Cooker Tangy Baked Bean Chili {vegetarian}

This easy vegetarian chili recipe blends mouthwatering flavors and wholesome ingredients for a satisfying chili everyone loves!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword baked bean chili, slow cooker bean chili, slow cooker vegetarian chili

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 7 hours

Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes

Servings 6 -7 cups chili

Calories 426 kcal

Author Toni Dash

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 large Yellow Onion , peeled and chopped
• 2 large Garlic Cloves , peeled and minced
• 1 medium Red Sweet Pepper , cored and chopped
• 1 medium Yellow Sweet Pepper , cored and chopped
• 1 medium Celery Stalk , scrubbed and chopped
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 ½ tablespoons Chili Powder
• 1 large Carrot , scrubbed or peeled with top and end removed, sliced in ¼ inch thick slices
• 1 28- ounce can Vegetarian Baked Beans with liquid
• 1 28- ounce can Diced Tomatoes , drained
• 1 15- ounce can Black Beans , rinsed and drained
• 1 15- ounce can Corn Kernels (frozen/thawed or fresh kernels may be substituted)
• ¾ cups Unsweetened Coconut Milk
• Kosher Salt to taste

Suggested Garnishes:

• lime zest
• chopped Italian parsley leaves (fresh)
• dollop of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
• grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil until it shimmers on top. Add the onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 4 minutes. 

2. Add the peppers, celery, cumin and chili powder. Continue to cook, stirring frequently for an additional 3 minutes. 

3. Spoon the vegetable mixture into the bottom of a 6-7 quart slow cooker.

4. Add the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Place the lid on the cooker and cook on HIGH for 7 hours. 

5. Serve or store sealed in the refrigerator until using (can be made 1-2 days beforehand to allow the flavors to blend).

Nutrition Facts

Slow Cooker Tangy Baked Bean Chili {vegetarian}

Amount Per Serving

Calories 426 Calories from Fat 126

% Daily Value*

Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 7g35%

Cholesterol 9mg3%

Sodium 1245mg52%

Potassium 1285mg37%

Carbohydrates 66g22%

Fiber 17g68%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 16g32%

Vitamin A 3175IU64%

Vitamin C 83.2mg101%

Calcium 174mg17%

Iron 7.3mg41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Originally published: September 3, 2015