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Black Bean and Beef Chili

6 servings
American Simmering, Sautéing, Stewing

Dive into a bowl of comfort with this rich and hearty Black Bean and Beef Chili. This recipe is slow-simmered to perfection, allowing the flavors of the smoked paprika, cumin, and chipotle to meld together for a deeply satisfying and cozy meal.

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Ethan. Ethan. Rising Star
October 19, 2025
top shot of delicious and freshly cooked chili in the bowl, topped with shredded chees, sour cream and fresh cilantro
  • 35 min. +
  • 1 h. 30 min. +
  • 2/5
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Ingredients:

Black Bean and Beef Chili:

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Directions:

1. Preparing the Ingredients:

Let’s start with the preparation of Smoky Black Bean and Beef Chili by preparing the ingredients.

  • First, finely chop the onion and dice the green bell pepper.
  • Next, peel and mince the garlic cloves.
  • Open the cans of black beans, rinse them thoroughly in a colander, and set aside to drain.
  • Measure out all your spices and have them ready.

2. Browning the Beef and Sautéing Aromatics

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot (or a sauté pan if you will finish this recipe in a slow cooker) over medium-high heat.
  • Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until it is browned all over.
  • Drain any excess fat from the pot, leaving a thin layer behind.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables have softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

3. Simmering the Smoky Black Bean and Beef Chili:

  • Add the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, dried oregano, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook for 1 minute, allowing the spices to toast.
  • If you are using the slow cooker, transfer the pan contents to the slow coker and set it to high. Otherwise, leave it in the Dutch oven or pot for the next step.
  • Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Add the rinsed and drained black beans.
  • Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cover the pot and let the Smoky Black Bean and Beef Chili cook for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will meld.
  • Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or chipotle powder for extra heat if desired.
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