Spicy North Texas Style Beef Chili with Black Beans
A hearty beef chili packed with smoky spices, black beans, and a bold blend of chili powders that evoke the spirit of northern Texas cooking. This american-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes pairs ground beef, (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans, (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 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 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1, seeded and finely chopped jalapeño
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 pound ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, cooking for 1 minute until the spices smell aromatic.
- Step 4: Pour in 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with their juices, 1 cup beef broth, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, and 1 finely chopped jalapeño. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens and the flavors meld beautifully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy North Texas Style Beef Chili with Black Beans take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Spicy North Texas Style Beef Chili with Black 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 Spicy North Texas Style Beef Chili with Black 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 Spicy North Texas Style Beef Chili with Black 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.
What goes well with Spicy North Texas Style Beef Chili with Black Beans?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
