Description
This hearty Pinto Bean Chili recipe is an easy, one-pot meal that’s packed with flavor. Combining ground beef, pinto beans, vegetables, and spices, it’s a savory and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or large gatherings. Ready in just under an hour, this chili is customizable with your favorite toppings and sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ground beef and drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, coating the mixture with spices.
- Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and pinto beans. Stir everything together.
- Simmer on low heat, covered, for 30-40 minutes. For a thicker chili, simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning, serve hot, and top with cheese, sour cream, or green onions as desired.
Notes
- This chili can be made spicier with added jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- It freezes well and can be stored for up to 3 months.
- For a leaner version, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g