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.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1534.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1023.4

Total Fat 18.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4403.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 417.3mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 3366.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.9%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 63.6%