15 Minute Beef and Bean Chili Skillet
Whip up a savory, comforting meal in no time with this 15 Minute Beef and Bean Chili Skillet, a quick and hearty one-pan recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender kidney beans, and a zesty tomato base infused with bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this dish packs all the rich flavors of a slow-simmered chili in just minutes. Ready in a flash, it’s brought together with a handful of pantry staples and fresh aromatics like diced onion and garlic for that classic chili warmth. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream for added flair, and enjoy a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s as easy as it is delicious. This quick chili recipe is ideal for those searching for a flavorful, fast, and fuss-free skillet meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 15 ounces cooked kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned (about 4-5 minutes). Drain any excess grease if needed.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir well to coat the beef and onion mixture evenly with the spices.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the crushed tomatoes and kidney beans.
Season with salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and let the chili simmer for 5 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.2 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 1684 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.1 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 119.8 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 27.7 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 3979 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
