Taco Chili Paula Deen

Warm up your dinner table with the bold and comforting flavors of Taco Chili à la Paula Deen! This hearty one-pot meal blends the zesty allure of taco seasoning with a creamy twist from ranch dressing mix, creating a robust chili that’s packed with juicy ground beef, tender beans, sweet corn, and vibrant veggies like bell peppers and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cooked low and slow to achieve a thick, savory texture, this dish is a perfect balance of smoky spices and satisfying comfort. Top it off with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and crunchy tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s both customizable and packed with Tex-Mex flair. Ready in under an hour and ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings, this taco-inspired chili is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces corn kernels, drained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning mix, ranch dressing mix, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices slightly.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, pinto beans, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Serve the chili hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3317.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4142.7

Total Fat 204.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 416.1mg	0%
Sodium 5668.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 426.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 81.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 181.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1146.1mg	0%
Iron 29.7mg	0%
Potassium 6311.8mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 40.0%