One-Pot Chili-Spiced Beef and Black Bean Stew
A hearty one-pot stew blending ground beef with black beans and aromatic chili spices for a comforting, protein-packed meal. This Mexican-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs ground beef, canned black beans, drained and rinsed, diced tomatoes with juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no pink remains.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute until spices become aromatic.
- Step 4: Pour in 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with juice, 15 oz drained black beans, and 2 cups beef broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and stew thickens.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Chili-Spiced Beef and Black Bean Stew take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Chili-Spiced Beef and Black Bean Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Chili-Spiced Beef and Black Bean Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Chili-Spiced Beef and Black Bean Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Chili-Spiced Beef and Black Bean Stew?
Mexican beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
