Beef and Bean Taco Chili

Total Time
Prep: 10 min. Cook: 40 min.

Updated on Oct. 26, 2023

This chili recipe is a lifesaver when I'm cooking on the fly. It's loaded with convenience ingredients, but you can pile on the veggies if you're in the mood for a fresh crunch. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan


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  • This chili freezes well, so you can make a double batch and freeze half of it for a warm and hearty meal another time.
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    Beef and Bean Taco Chili

    Yield: 12 servings (4 quarts)
    Prep: 10 min
    Cook: 40 min

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon canola oil
    • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
    • 2 large onions, diced
    • 2 envelopes reduced-sodium taco seasoning
    • 3 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) black beans, undrained
    • 3 cans (15 to 16 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
    • 2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
    • 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules
    • Optional toppings: Sour cream, shredded Mexican cheese, chopped tomatoes and crushed tortilla chips

    Directions

    1. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat; add beef and onions. Cook until beef is no longer pink and onions are tender, 6-8 minutes. Drain. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended, about 30 minutes. Serve with optional toppings as desired.
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