Shrimp 'n' Black Bean Chili

This is a fast and easy meal and not to mention delicious. If you feel you need more heat in this chili, you could add more cumin or chilies/jalapeno or even a can of rotel with chilies for the diced tomatoes. Cook time is an estimate for prep and cooking.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup  chopped onion
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped green pepper
• 1  tablespoon canola oil
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1  cup chicken broth
• 1⁄3 cup  picante sauce
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1  lb  cooked medium shrimp, peeled and devined
•  hot cooked rice (optional)

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, broth, picante sauce, cumin and basil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
2. Add shrimp; simmer 3-4 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with rice if desired.