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Black Bean Chili

This easy and comforting black bean chili is rich, full of warm chili spices, and fast enough to pull together on a busy weeknight. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 (about 1.3 cups each)
Calories: 358 kcal
Course: Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil $0.22
  • 1 yellow onion $0.70
  • 4 cloves garlic $0.16
  • 1/2 lb. ground beef $2.49
  • 3 oz. cans black beans, drained $2.82
  • 1 oz. can diced tomatoes with green chiles* $1.06
  • 1 oz. can tomato paste $0.94
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder $0.30
  • 1 tsp ground cumin $0.10
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika $0.05
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano $0.05
  • ½ tsp salt $0.04
  • 2 cups water $0.00

Instructions

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  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add the onion and garlic to a large pot with the olive oil and cook over medium heat just until the onions are softened (2-3 minutes).
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot and continue to sauté until the beef is cooked through (5-7 minutes).
  3. Add the drained black beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and water. Stir everything to combine.
  4. Place a lid on the chili and allow it to come up to a simmer. Let the chili simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors blend and help the liquid thicken slightly.
  5. Taste the chili and add salt as needed (this will depend on the salt content of your canned goods. I added about ½ tsp). Serve with your favorite chili toppings and enjoy!

Notes

  • *If you want a mild chili, you can use plain diced tomatoes instead of diced tomatoes with green chiles.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Cup Calories 358kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 11g (17%) Sodium 1292mg (54%) Fiber 17g (68%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6(about 1.3 cups each)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 358

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Cup
Calories 358kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 11g 17%
Sodium 1292mg 54%
Fiber 17g 68%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.