Easy One-Pot Mexican Chili
A quick, easy, yet delicious meal that's perfect for a lazy Sunday or busy weeknight! Ideal for the fall and winter months (but we eat this all year) - it's comfort in a bowl. If you're a busy mom who just wants a more relaxing day give this recipe a try!
Servings 5 servings
Calories 466kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. lean ground beef (I use 85/15)
- 1 medium red or white onion, diced
- 2 medium bell peppers, diced
- 1 15-ounce cans of corn, drained and rinsed
- 2 15-ounce cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2-3 10-ounce cans Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with chilies
- 1-2 4 ounce cans of green chilies
- 1 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
- 1-2 medium avocados, sliced
- Shredded cheese
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Crushed tortilla chips
- Jalapenos
Instructions
- Cook the beef and vegetables. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until mostly browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add the seasonings. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Stir in the black beans, corn, Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chiles. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust salt or spice as needed.
- Serve. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheese, diced avocado and any additional toppings you love
Crockpot Option
- Heat a pan on medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, diced onions, diced bell peppers to the pan with about a tablespoon of olive oil. Break apart the meat and cook until it's no longer pink - about 7-10 minutes. Add the mixture to a crockpot with the spices, canned beans, chilies, corn, and tomatoes. Cook on low for 4-6 hours! When ready to eat, add desired toppings.
Notes
Nutritional information is just an estimation, and individual ingredients and preparations may cause slight variations. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days and in the fridge for up to 3 months!
Nutrition
Calories: 466kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.7g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 21.6g | Sodium: 250mg | Fiber: 13g