One-Pot Spicy Beef Chili with Roasted Tomato

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

A hearty, spicy beef chili slow-simmered with fire-roasted tomatoes and smoky spices for a rich and comforting dinner. This American-inspired beef recipe (high protein), ready in about 50 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 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

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Instructions

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.