Quick Santa Fe Chili
Warm up your evenings with this Quick Santa Fe Chili, a hearty yet speedy one-pot dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Bursting with bold Southwestern flavors, this chili combines tender ground beef or turkey, smoky spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, and a medley of wholesome ingredients including black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes. Its 10-minute prep time and 25-minute cook time mean you’ll have a comforting, protein-packed meal on the table in no time. Customize it with optional toppings like fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, or sour cream for a delicious finish. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this easy Santa Fe chili recipe delivers bold taste and satisfying warmth in under 40 minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz can)
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen sweet corn
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef or turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper over the meat. Stir to coat evenly with the spices.
Add the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Add the black beans and frozen corn to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1120 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1135 mg | 24% | |
*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.
