One-Pot Spiced Beef Chili with Black Beans

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A hearty and flavorful beef chili simmered with black beans and smoky spices, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner. This latin american-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 55 minutes pairs ground beef, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 1 diced medium red bell pepper to the pot with the beef. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften and the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp chili powder, and 1 tsp dried oregano. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices, 15 oz drained and rinsed canned black beans, and 1 cup beef broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Bring the chili to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, cover partially, and cook for 25-30 minutes until the chili thickens and flavors meld.
  6. Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Spiced Beef Chili with Black Beans 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 Spiced Beef Chili with Black Beans?

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 Spiced Beef Chili with Black Beans?

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 Spiced Beef Chili with Black Beans 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.

Is One-Pot Spiced Beef Chili with Black Beans high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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