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Cheesy Green Chile Pinto Beans

Cheesy Green Chile Pinto Beans for Cozy One-Pot Comfort

Cheesy Green Chile Pinto Beans is a comforting one-pot meal packed with protein, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 2 cups canned pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can canned green chile or fresh/frozen if desired
  • 1 can canned tomatoes diced or crushed
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese shredded
  • Salt to taste along with other spices as desired

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for the cheese topping.
  2. Sauté chopped onion in a splash of oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Combine pinto beans, canned green chile, and diced tomatoes in the skillet, stirring to mix.
  5. Sprinkle shredded pepper jack cheese evenly over the bean mixture.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve warm with tortilla chips or corn tortillas and desired garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 26gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the beans and spice levels to suit your taste preferences.

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