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Three-Bean Chili with Polenta Crust

Name: Three-Bean Chili with Polenta Crust
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 envelope chili seasoning; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained; 1 tube (1 pound) polenta, cut into thin slices; 1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

6 reviews

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Total Time

Prep: 30 min. Bake: 30 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Oct. 16, 2022

Easy to assemble, this zesty one-dish meal is ideal for a busy weeknight or to serve last-minute guests. Dial down the heat by using a Mexican blend instead of the chili seasoning.—Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware

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Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 envelope chili seasoning
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 tube (1 pound) polenta, cut into thin slices
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, saute onion and pepper in oil until tender. Add the garlic, chili seasoning, brown sugar and allspice; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the beans, broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
Transfer to an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish (dish will be full). Place dish on a baking sheet. Arrange polenta slices over top; sprinkle with cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 393 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 1495mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 11g fiber), 18g protein.

Three-Bean Chili with Polenta Crust

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