Chipotle Copycat Black Beans (Easy Canned Beans Recipe)
Savory, smoky Chipotle copycat black beans made with canned beans and simmered with onion, garlic, and chipotle peppers in adobo. Perfect for burrito bowls, tacos, or meal prep.
Servings: 5 ½ cup servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Yellow Onion diced
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 30 ounces Black Beans 2 cans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce 2 peppers plus 2 teaspoons of the adobo sauce
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 2 cups Water or enough to just cover the beans
- 1 tablespoon Lemom Juice adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice adjust to taste
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a small pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Simmer beans: Add the black beans, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves. Pour in enough water to just cover the beans and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, until heated through and slightly saucy.
- Finish and season: Turn off the heat and remove the bay leaves. Remove the chipotle peppers if desired. Stir in the lemon juice and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or let cool and store.
Notes
- Bean type: Canned black beans work best for speed and convenience. Be sure to drain and rinse well to remove excess sodium and avoid a canned flavor.
- Chipotle heat: Chipotle peppers in adobo add both smokiness and heat. Start with less and add more to taste.
- Acidity balance: The combination of lemon and lime brightens the beans. Add the juices after cooking and adjust to taste.
- Resting time: Letting the beans sit off heat for 10–15 minutes allows the flavors to meld and improves overall taste.
- Make-ahead and storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 410mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg
