Peephole Camera Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A slow-simmered beef and bean chili with smoky depth, for when your camera stops capturing the moment. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs ground beef, black beans, diced tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 can (15 oz) black beans
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 large onion
1 medium bell pepper
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces, for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
Step 2: Add 1 chopped large onion and 1 diced medium bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, and 2 tbsp tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 1 can diced tomatoes (with juice), 1 can black beans (rinsed), and 1 cup beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
Step 5: Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and chili thickens.
Step 6: Season with 1/2 tsp salt before serving.