Description

This hearty breakfast chili is packed with beans, tomatoes, smoky spices, and topped with perfectly runny eggs. It’s a cozy, one-pan brunch recipe that’s easy to customize and perfect for sharing on Valentine’s Day or any special morning.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2–3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Salt and pepper to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon each)
Hot sauce, to taste (optional)
4–6 large eggs
1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack, optional)
Fresh cilantro, for topping (optional)
Avocado, sliced, for topping (optional)
Scallions, sliced, for topping (optional)
Sour cream, for topping (optional)

Instructions

Dice the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Open, drain, and rinse the beans. Have eggs ready.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell pepper with a pinch of salt. Sauté until softened and starting to brown, about 5-6 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Stir constantly for about 1 minute to toast the spices.
Pour in crushed tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and another pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water or broth if too thick.
Using the back of a spoon, make wells in the chili for each egg. Crack an egg into each well and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Cover the skillet and cook over medium-low heat until whites are set and yolks are runny, about 6-8 minutes. For firmer yolks, cook longer. Alternatively, broil in oven-safe skillet for 2-3 minutes.
If using cheese, sprinkle over the top in the last minute of cooking to melt.
Remove from heat. Top with cilantro, avocado, scallions, and sour cream as desired. Serve straight from the skillet.

Notes

Let eggs come to room temperature before cracking for even cooking. Toasting spices enhances flavor. Make chili base ahead for easy brunch prep. Customize with extra veggies, different beans, or your favorite toppings. For vegan, skip eggs and cheese, and top with tofu scramble.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of
Calories: 320
Sugar: 7
Sodium: 650
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 8
Protein: 16

Keywords: breakfast chili, eggs, brunch, Valentine’s Day, one-pan, skillet, beans, spicy, easy, savory breakfast