Spiced Beef and Poblano Chili with Northern Style Beans
A hearty chili blending tender ground beef, smoky roasted poblanos, and creamy Northern beans with a rich, spiced tomato base. This american-inspired beef (gluten free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs ground beef, medium poblano peppers, cooked Northern beans 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
- 2 medium poblano peppers
- 1 1/2 cups cooked Northern beans
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat broiler to high. Place 2 medium poblano peppers on a baking sheet and broil for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until skins are charred and blistered. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel, seed, and chop peppers.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until spices bloom.
- Step 5: Add the chopped roasted poblano peppers, 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups cooked Northern beans, and 1 cup beef broth. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavors meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Beef and Poblano Chili with Northern Style Beans take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Spiced Beef and Poblano Chili with Northern Style Beans?
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 Spiced Beef and Poblano Chili with Northern Style Beans?
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 Spiced Beef and Poblano Chili with Northern Style Beans 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 Spiced Beef and Poblano Chili with Northern Style Beans 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.
