Smoky Game-Day Beef Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-05-27

This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs ground beef, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 14 oz can diced tomatoes
• 15 oz can, drained and rinsed kidney beans
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned with no pink remaining.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until spices are toasted and aromatic.
4. Step 4: Pour in 14 oz diced tomatoes, 15 oz drained kidney beans, and 1 cup beef broth. Stir to combine.
5. Step 5: Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Serve hot with your choice of toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream.