Cajun Style Beef and Beans
Spice up your dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Cajun Style Beef and Beans recipe! Packed with protein-rich ground beef, tender kidney and black beans, and a medley of classic vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and celery, this dish bursts with bold Cajun-inspired spices such as smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for optional heat. Simmered in a savory broth and diced tomatoes, this one-pot wonder is ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for weeknights. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions for a finishing touch, and serve it with warm cornbread or steamed rice for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Ideal for fans of Southern and Creole cuisine, this dish is as easy as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional garnish)
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, then add the ground beef. Cook and crumble the beef until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavors.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), kidney beans, black beans, and chicken or beef broth to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined.
Season with salt and black pepper, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let cook for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the lid, stir, and taste the dish. Adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or spices.
Serve the Cajun Style Beef and Beans hot. Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley for a fresh pop of flavor and color.
Pair with freshly baked cornbread or steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.1 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 8261 mg | 359% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.9 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.9 g | 232% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 134.5 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 5307 mg | 113% | |
*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.
