One-Pot Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Corn
A hearty and spicy beef chili simmered with smoky roasted corn and a blend of aromatic spices for a comforting meal. This american-inspired beef ready in about 50 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and add 2 tbsp olive oil. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic, then add 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tsp chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Step 4: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juice, 1 cup cooked black beans, 1 cup frozen corn kernels, and 1 cup beef broth. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the chili thickens.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro just before serving and serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the chili.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Corn take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (10 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 Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Corn?
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 Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Corn?
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 Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Corn 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 Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Corn?
American 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.
