Slow-Cooked Beef Chili with Black Beans and Roasted Tomatoes
Rich and hearty slow-cooked beef chili featuring tender chunks of beef, smoky roasted tomatoes, and creamy black beans. This latin american-inspired beef (gluten-free) ready in about 445 minutes pairs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, large yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 medium roma tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 4 medium halved roma tomatoes on a baking sheet cut side up, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt, and roast for 20 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Season 2 lbs beef chuck roast cubes with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sear beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned.
- Step 3: Transfer seared beef to a slow cooker. In the same pan, sauté 1 large diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Step 4: Add 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika to the onion mixture, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Transfer the onion and spice mixture into the slow cooker with the beef. Add 1 can (15 oz) drained black beans, 2 cups beef broth, and the roasted tomatoes (including juices).
- Step 6: Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4 hours until beef is tender and chili is thickened.
- Step 7: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and adjust seasoning with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Chili with Black Beans and Roasted Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 445 minutes (25 min prep + 420 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Chili with Black Beans and Roasted Tomatoes?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Beef Chili with Black Beans and Roasted Tomatoes?
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 Slow-Cooked Beef Chili with Black Beans and Roasted Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Chili with Black Beans and Roasted Tomatoes gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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