Spicy Meat and Beans

Perfectly hearty and irresistibly bold, this Spicy Meat and Beans recipe is a one-skillet wonder that’s guaranteed to add some heat to your dinner table. Featuring the robust flavors of ground beef or turkey, two types of tender beans, and a medley of warming spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this dish strikes the perfect balance of spice and comfort. Simmered with juicy diced tomatoes and enriched with a touch of tomato paste, it’s a protein-packed meal ready in just 45 minutes. Customize the heat level to your preference with cayenne pepper and optional hot sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright, fragrant finish. Serve it solo or pair with rice, tortillas, or a crisp side salad for a meal that’s as versatile as it is satisfying. Whether you’re meal-prepping or craving a cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner, Spicy Meat and Beans is your go-to dish for bold flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat up for 1 minute.

Step 2

Add the diced onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the ground beef or ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, kidney beans, and black beans to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

If you like extra heat, stir in the hot sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove from heat.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired. Enjoy as-is, or alongside rice, tortillas, or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1908.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2206.5

Total Fat 113.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4909.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 123.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 505.6mg	0%
Iron 29.3mg	0%
Potassium 4811.4mg	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: 45.6%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 32.2%