One-Pot Beef Chili with Black Beans and Corn

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

A hearty, protein-packed beef chili simmered with black beans and sweet corn, perfect for a cozy dinner any night of the week. This American-inspired beef recipe (high protein), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs ground beef, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
• optional, for serving sour cream

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot with the beef. Sauté for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
4. Step 4: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, and 1 cup beef broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover. Let cook gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and the chili thickens.
6. Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream if desired.