Vegetarian Skillet Chili Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Skillet Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lime; 1 red onion or shallot, thinly sliced; Salt, as needed; Sugar, as needed; Olive or grapeseed oil; 1 large onion, chopped; Garlic cloves, to taste, minced; Chile powder; Dried oregano; 2 (15-ounce) cans beans, drained; 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes; Salt, to taste; Fresh cilantro, diced avocado and sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lime
1 red onion or shallot, thinly sliced
Salt, as needed
Sugar, as needed
Olive or grapeseed oil
1 large onion, chopped
Garlic cloves, to taste, minced
Chile powder
Dried oregano
2 (15-ounce) cans beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
Salt, to taste
Fresh cilantro, diced avocado and sour cream, for garnish (optional)

1
Make the pickled onions: Squeeze the lime juice into a bowl and add the onion or shallot, a large pinch of salt and a small pinch of sugar.
2
Let rest for 20 minutes while you make the chili.
3
Heat a large skillet, then add the oil.
4
When hot, add the onion and saute until softened.
5
Add the garlic, chile powder and oregano and saute until fragrant.
6
Add the beans and tomatoes and a few large pinches of salt and let simmer until the tomatoes break down, about 20 minutes.
7
Taste and add more salt, chile and/or oregano to taste.
8
Serve with the pickled onion and any of the garnishes you like.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lime, 1 red onion or shallot, thinly sliced, Salt, as needed, Sugar, as needed, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Skillet Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetarian Skillet Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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