West Seattle Coffee-Infused Beef Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A rich, hearty beef chili enhanced with the deep, complex flavors of brewed coffee and smoky spices, perfect for chilly evenings. This American-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs ground beef (80% lean), olive oil, yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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 (80% lean)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, canned
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium diced 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, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
4. Step 4: Add 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed kidney beans, 1 cup beef broth, and 1/2 cup brewed coffee. Stir well to combine.
5. Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring the chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the chili thickens.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving hot with your favorite toppings.