Chopped Meat and Beans
Savor the bold and hearty flavors of this Chopped Meat and Beans recipe, a one-pan wonder perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Featuring seasoned ground beef (or your choice of turkey or pork), tender black and kidney beans, and a medley of aromatic spices, this dish is both protein-packed and soul-warming. The combination of sautéed onions, garlic, and canned tomatoes creates a flavorful base, while cumin, chili powder, and paprika add a delightful kick. Simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes, this meal is as simple as it is satisfying. Serve it with a garnish of fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a burst of freshness, making it a go-to option for wholesome, customizable cooking. Ideal for lovers of hearty, flavorful comfort food, this bean and meat skillet pairs beautifully with rice, tortillas, or a crusty piece of bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or pork)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
- 15 ounces black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup water or beef broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 1 lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, and once hot, add the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Push the onions and garlic to the side of the skillet and add the ground meat. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, kidney beans, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly.
Pour in the water or beef broth and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove from heat.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4403 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.9 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.1 g | 190% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3366 mg | 72% | |
*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.
