One-Pot Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Tomato
A hearty, spicy beef chili slow-simmered with fire-roasted tomatoes and smoky spices for a rich and comforting dinner. This american-inspired beef (high protein) 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 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 can roasted tomatoes
- 15 oz can, drained and rinsed kidney beans
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onion is translucent and garlic fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 14 oz canned roasted tomatoes, 15 oz drained and rinsed kidney beans, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
- Step 4: Pour in 1 1/2 cups beef broth, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Tomato 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 Tomato?
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 Tomato?
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 Tomato 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 Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Tomato 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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