Spiced Number Five Chili with Ground Beef and Black Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

A hearty chili featuring ground beef, black beans, and a blend of warming spices, perfect for cozy dinners. This American-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs ground beef, olive oil, yellow onion, diced 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 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium (about 1 cup) yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional for heat) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.
2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
5. Step 5: Add 15 oz drained and rinsed canned black beans, 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp tomato paste, and 1 cup beef broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.
6. Step 6: Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover partially, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and flavors meld.
7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or spices if needed. Serve hot with your favorite chili toppings.