One-Pot Kansas City Chili with Black Beans and Smoked Paprika
A hearty, spicy chili featuring ground beef, black beans, and smoky paprika, cooked in one pot for an easy, flavorful meal. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 55 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 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 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned black beans
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, for 5-6 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the beef and sauté for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, and 1 cup beef broth. Mix well.
- Step 4: Season the pot with 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
- Step 5: Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes to let flavors meld and the chili thicken. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Serve hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Kansas City Chili with Black Beans and Smoked Paprika take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Kansas City Chili with Black Beans and Smoked Paprika?
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 Kansas City Chili with Black Beans and Smoked Paprika?
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 Kansas City Chili with Black Beans and Smoked Paprika 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 Kansas City Chili with Black Beans and Smoked Paprika?
American one pot 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.
